Within a Scientific Discipline,the Focus of Investigation Is Often Cyclical

question 10

Multiple Choice

Within a scientific discipline,the focus of investigation is often cyclical in nature.In psychology,the cycle is represented by an emphasis on the study of ____ in the 1880s and on the study of ____ in the 1980s.

• A) overt behavior; physiological reactions
• B) conscious experience; cognitive processes
• C) perception; sensation
• D) consciousness; overt behavior

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Definitions:

Unconditioned Stimulus

A stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a response without any prior learning.

Variable-Ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses, often used in behaviorist conditioning.

Vending Machine

A machine that dispenses small articles such as snacks, beverages, alcohol, cigarettes, or lottery tickets to customers automatically, after the customer inserts currency or credit.

Coin

A piece of metal issued by governmental authority as money.