Which of the Following Is the Best Example of Extinction

question 88

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best example of extinction in classical conditioning?

• A)Thea used to love horror movies.Although she says she cannot account for it, she no longer likes them.
• B)Jai loved to snowboard.One day she lost control, her board hit a tree, and Jai broke both legs.The following winter-even though completely healed-Jai was no longer willing to snowboard.
• C)Panav's cat, Boots, ran to the kitchen whenever she heard the food cupboard door squeak.After Panav oiled the hinges, Boots stopped running to the kitchen whenever the door was opened.
• D)Damian must stop drinking alcohol.The first few times Damian drank non-alcoholic beer he felt relaxed after one sip.However, after drinking non-alcoholic beer for a week, Damian no longer feels relaxed after one sip.

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Definitions:

In Personam Jurisdiction

The legal authority of a court to make a decision affecting a particular person's rights.

Long-Arm Statute

A state statute that permits a state to obtain jurisdiction over nonresidents. The nonresidents must have certain "minimum contacts" with that state for the statute to apply.

Geographic Area

A specific physical location defined by natural or artificial boundaries.

Federal-Question Jurisdiction

pertains to the authority of federal courts to hear cases that involve the interpretation and application of the U.S. Constitution, federal laws, or treaties.