Veterans May Respond to Loud Noises by "Running for Cover

question 22

Multiple Choice

Veterans may respond to loud noises by "running for cover." This is an example of ______.

• A) classical conditioning
• B) operent conditioning
• C) stimulus conditioning
• D) observational conditioning

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Definitions:

Piaget

A Swiss psychologist known for his pioneering work in child development, including his theory of cognitive development that describes how children grow and learn intellectually.

Pruning Process

A neurodevelopmental process involving the loss of neurons and the elimination of synaptic connections in the brain, helping to enhance the efficiency of neuronal transmissions.

Critical Period

A specific time in an organism's development during which the exposure to certain stimuli or experiences is necessary for normal development.

Egocentrism

The inability to differentiate between one's own perspective and another person's perspective.