Frank Is Sitting in His Psychology 101 Class Listening to His

question 59

Multiple Choice

Frank is sitting in his Psychology 101 class listening to his professor attempt to explain the "black box" process and its connection with learning. He suddenly smells the aroma of fresh cinnamon rolls, and his mouth begins to water. He looks around and sees a student in the last row bite into a big, juicy roll. "I wish I were sitting next to him," Frank thinks, "because I know I could steal a bite." What Frank just went through in class was similar to the "black box" process being described by his professor. This process is most closely associated with which of the following learning methods?

• A) incidental learning
• B) Gestalt learning
• C) cognitive learning
• D) behavioral learning

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Definitions:

Universality

The quality of being true or applicable in all situations, cultures, or times.

Facial Expressions

Nonverbal cues conveyed by movements of the facial muscles, often reflecting emotions.

Emotion

A complex psychological state involving an individual's subjective experience, physiological response, and behavioral or expressive response.

Coping Strategy

Methods or techniques used to manage or overcome difficulties and stress.