An Outcome That Is Caused by Multiple Variables, Wherein the Relationship

question 15

Multiple Choice

An outcome that is caused by multiple variables, wherein the relationship between those variables is not clear, is said to be ______.

• A) oversampled
• B) overfit
• C) overdetermined
• D) overcompensated

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Definitions:

Operant Conditioning

An approach to modifying behavior strength through the implementation of positive or negative feedback.

Extinction

In psychology, the gradual weakening and eventual disappearance of a conditioned response when the conditioned stimulus is no longer paired with the unconditioned stimulus.

Reinforcement

In behavior psychology, a consequence that will strengthen an organism's future behavior whenever that behavior is preceded by a specific antecedent stimulus.

Operant Conditioning

The method of transforming behavior intensity by administering either reinforcements or punishments.