Perceptual Learning Initially Appears to Contradict the Assumptions of Many

question 68

Multiple Choice

Perceptual learning initially appears to contradict the assumptions of many conditioning theories because these theories predict that

• A) only humans have the cognitive capacity to engage in perceptual learning.
• B) blocking should occur, thereby retarding discrimination learning.
• C) relational learning should occur, thus facilitating discrimination among stimuli with common features.
• D) latent inhibition should occur, thereby retarding learning.

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Definitions:

Hypothetical Imperative

A command of reason that applies only conditionally, suggesting an action to achieve a specific result, as posited by philosopher Immanuel Kant.

Categorical

Pertaining to absolute and unconditional statements or classifications.

Ethical

Relating to morals, focusing on right and wrong conduct.

Categorical Imperative

A central concept in the ethical philosophy of Immanuel Kant, stating that one should act only according to that maxim whereby you can, at the same time, will that it should become a universal law.