A Rat Is Used in a Modified Matching-To-Sample Experiment

question 57

Multiple Choice

A rat is used in a modified matching-to-sample experiment.If the rat is presented with a 4-second-long sample, it must push the left lever.If the sample is 10 seconds long, the rat must depress the right lever.This type of experiment tests the rat's ability to

• A)form concepts.
• B)produce durations.
• C)estimate durations.
• D)chunk information.

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Definitions:

Hedonic Pleasure

Pleasure derived from immediate satisfaction or sensory experiences, often associated with material and physical comforts.

Hedonic Pleasure

A type of pleasure derived from immediate gratification or the experience of enjoyable sensations.

Eudaimonic Pleasure

A sense of fulfillment or well-being that comes from pursuing meaningful goals and living in accordance with one's values and potentials.

Autonomy

The capacity to make an informed, uncoerced decision or the quality of having independence or self-governance.