In a Peripheral Spatial Cuing Task, the Phenomenon of Inhibition

question 106

Multiple Choice

In a peripheral spatial cuing task, the phenomenon of inhibition of return is observed when the cue-to-target interval is

• A) in the range of 0-100 ms.
• B) in the range of 100-300 ms.
• C) at 200 ms only.
• D) in the range of 300-500 ms.

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Definitions:

B. F. Skinner

An American psychologist known for his work in behaviorism and the development of the theory of operant conditioning, which emphasizes the role of reinforcement and punishment in shaping behavior.

Law of Effect

A principle in psychology proposed by Edward Thorndike, suggesting that behaviors followed by positive outcomes are likely to be repeated, while those followed by negative outcomes are less likely to reoccur.

Skinner

B.F. Skinner, an influential American psychologist known for his work in behaviorism and the development of the theory of operant conditioning.

Pavlov

A Russian physiologist known for his work in classical conditioning, demonstrating how stimuli can trigger conditioned responses.