The Important Variable in Determining Whether a Conditioned Response Will

question 127

Multiple Choice

The important variable in determining whether a conditioned response will generalize to a stimulus other than the original conditioned stimulus depends mainly on the ________ of two stimuli.

• A) intensity
• B) familiarity
• C) modality
• D) similarity

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Definitions:

Improper Standardization

The faulty or inconsistent application of norms, rules, or measurements in research or assessment processes.

Criterion-related Validity

The extent to which a measure is related to an outcome or criterion, indicating how well the test predicts a specific aspect of a person's behavior or performance.

Mechanical Aptitude

Mechanical aptitude refers to a person's ability to understand and apply mechanical concepts and principles, often assessed for careers involving machinery or engineering tasks.

Criterion-related Validity

The extent to which a measure is associated with an external criterion or outcome, assessing the test's predictive or concurrent accuracy.