Amelia, a 5-Year-Old, Is Told a Story About a Girl

question 25

Multiple Choice

Amelia, a 5-year-old, is told a story about a girl
named Brenda. Brenda is looking for her favorite doll. Although Brenda thinks the doll is under the bed, it really is in the kitchen cabinet. When Amelia is asked where Brenda will look for her doll, Amelia will most probably predict that Brenda will look in which location?

• A)under the bed
• B)in the kitchen cabinet
• C)in the garage
• D)Amelia's prediction will be entirely random.

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Definitions:

Fixed Interval

In the context of reinforcement schedules in psychology, a fixed interval schedule refers to the delivery of reinforcements after a specific, consistent amount of time has passed.

Dominant Hand

The hand that is most often used for tasks requiring precision and strength, typically the right hand for most people.

Involuntary Reflex Responses

Involuntary reflex responses are automatic, unintended movements or physiological responses mediated by the nervous system, often occurring in response to stimuli without conscious control.

Cerebral Cortex

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