Which of the Following Is Typical of a Discrete Trial

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is typical of a discrete trial procedure?

• A)A hungry rat makes a choice between plain food and food enhanced with a sweetener in a T-maze.
• B)A monkey pushes a lever to watch an electric train.
• C)A thirsty pigeon pecks a key to gain access to water.
• D)A hungry rat moves a rod to earn a food pellet.

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Definitions:

Head of State

The chief public representative of a country, such as a president or monarch, who may also have various official duties but often symbolizes the unity and legitimacy of the state.

Executive Orders

Directives issued by the President of the United States to manage operations of the federal government; they have the force of law but do not require congressional approval.

Signing Statements

Written comments issued by a President when signing legislation, which may outline their interpretation of the law or comment on sections they find problematic.

Bureaucracy

A system of managing government through departments run by appointed officials, often characterized by specialization of functions and adherence to fixed rules.