The General Interpretive Area

question 105

Multiple Choice

The general interpretive area

• A) is responsible for predicting future consequences.
• B) is the site of long- term memory storage.
• C) allows us to interpret what is read or heard.
• D) may be damaged by even a small stroke.
• E) is the speech center of the brain.

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Definitions:

Classical Conditioning

A learning process that occurs through associations between an environmental stimulus and a naturally occurring stimulus, famously demonstrated by Pavlov’s dogs.

Systematic Desensitization

A therapeutic technique used to gradually reduce anxiety or fear towards a particular object or situation by slowly exposing the patient to the fear source while in a state of relaxation.

Token Economy

A behavioral modification technique that involves providing tokens as rewards for desired behaviors, which can later be exchanged for privileges or treats.

Operant Conditioning

A learning approach where the robustness of a behavior is changed by providing motivation or administering discipline.