According to Spence's Theory, the Peak Shift Phenomenon Occurs Because

question 82

Multiple Choice

According to Spence's theory, the peak shift phenomenon occurs because

• A)the excitatory generalization gradient shifts away from the S-.
• B)the excitatory generalization gradient shifts towards the S-.
• C)the excitatory and inhibitory generalization gradients summate.
• D)the inhibitory generalization gradient shifts towards the S+.

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