The Process by Which the Stimulus Decreases the Probability of Preceding

question 15

Multiple Choice

The process by which the stimulus decreases the probability of preceding behavior.

• A)motivation
• B)punishment
• C)reinforcement
• D)incentive

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Definitions:

Pavlov's Experiment

A landmark study in behavioral psychology that demonstrated how dogs could be conditioned to salivate at the sound of a bell, associating it with food.

Closed Geometric Figures

Shapes whose edges are completely connected, enclosing a space.

Reinforcers

Any stimuli, objects, or events that increase the likelihood of a behavior being repeated when they are applied.

Unpleasant Stimuli

External or internal factors that are perceivable and can cause discomfort or negativity.