Pulling Away from a Painful Stimulus Is an Example of the ________

question 88

Multiple Choice

Pulling away from a painful stimulus is an example of the ________ reflex.

• A) cross-extensor
• B) pupillary
• C) withdrawal
• D) knee-jerk
• E) ankle-jerk

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Definitions:

Cognitive Equilibrium

A state of mental balance where a person's existing knowledge, beliefs, and thoughts are consistent with their experiences and information from the environment.

Piaget

A Swiss psychologist known for his pioneering work in child development, emphasizing stages of cognitive growth such as sensorimotor and operational phases.

Intellectual Advancement

The process of gaining new knowledge, skills, and understanding, leading to increased intellectual capacity and achievements.

Cross-Sectional Study

An observational study method that examines information from a given population or a representative sample at a distinct moment in time.