Which Stimulus Would the Brain Interpret as the Strongest

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which stimulus would the brain interpret as the strongest?

• A) 50 action potentials per second
• B) 100 action potentials per second
• C) 10 action potentials per second
• D) 5 action potentials per second
• E) 20 action potentials per second

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Definitions:

Respondent Conditioning

A learning process that involves creating an association between a naturally occurring stimulus and a previously neutral stimulus.

Shaping

A method of behavior training in which positive reinforcement is used to gradually guide an individual toward a desired behavior.

Positive Reinforcement

A process in behavioral psychology where the introduction of a rewarding stimulus following a desired behavior increases the likelihood of that behavior occurring in the future.

Secondary Reinforcement

A stimulus that gains its reinforcing power through its association with a primary reinforcer, such as praise, tokens, or money.