Smiles, Hugs, and Praise All Are Examples Of

question 45

Multiple Choice

Smiles, hugs, and praise all are examples of:

• A) primary reinforcers.
• B) reinforcers tied directly to physical drives .
• C) social reinforcers.
• D) all of the above

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Definitions:

Chemoreception

The biological process by which organisms detect chemical stimuli in their environment.

Sensory Receptors

Specialized cells that detect stimulus information and transmit it to sensory (afferent) nerves and the brain.

Mechanoreception

The physiological process by which organisms sense mechanical changes in their environment, including touch, pressure, stretch, and sound.

Sensory Adaptation

A change in the responsiveness of the sensory system based on the average level of surrounding stimulation.