While Trying to Learn What a Dog Is, Arash Mentally

question 51

Multiple Choice

While trying to learn what a dog is, Arash mentally compares every animal to his family's new puppy. If the animal is similar enough, he decides that it is also a dog. Arash's puppy serves as a _______________ for the concept of dog.

• A)proposition
• B)heuristic
• C)concept
• D)prototype
• E)placeholder

Recognize the role of physiological responses in the experience and expression of emotions.

Identify the components and functions of the cerebral cortex and limbic system in emotional processing.

Analyze the cognitive component of emotions and the methods used to study them.

Differentiate between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and their effects on behavior and enjoyment.

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Definitions:

Alcohol Use Disorder

A disorder in which there's a decreased capability to discontinue or control the intake of alcohol, notwithstanding harmful repercussions on personal relationships, career, or health.

Nausea-producing Drug

A medication that can have the side effect of inducing nausea or increasing the likelihood of feeling sick.

Aversive Conditioning

A form of behavioral training in which an unpleasant or painful stimulus is associated with undesirable behaviors to discourage those behaviors.

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique used to reduce phobic responses through gradual exposure to the feared object or situation paired with relaxation exercises.