Timmy Is Afraid of Snakes and Runs Away Whenever He

question 67

Multiple Choice

Timmy is afraid of snakes and runs away whenever he sees one.To cure him of his fear, his older brother places Timmy in a box along with three harmless garter snakes.This treatment is an example of

• A)response prevention.
• B)systematic desensitization.
• C)habituation.
• D)conditioned suppression.

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Definitions:

Pulp Cavity

The central part of a tooth containing the nerve and blood vessels, vital for the tooth's nutrition and sensitivity.

Tooth Decay

A condition where the structure of the tooth is damaged due to bacterial activity, leading to cavities or caries.

Dentin

The hard, dense, bony tissue that forms the bulk of a tooth beneath the enamel, providing its primary structure.

Digestion

The breakdown of food to small molecules.