A Little Boy Is Allowed to Play with a Laboratory

question 267

Multiple Choice

A little boy is allowed to play with a laboratory rat and shows no fear of it.Then,a scientist makes a scary noise by banging an iron bar whenever the little boy reaches for the rat.Soon,the boy begins crying whenever the rat comes near him.In this study,the scary noise is the ________.

• A)unconditioned stimulus
• B)unconditioned response
• C)conditioned stimulus
• D)conditioned response

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Definitions:

Counterdependence

An unhealthy, insecure pattern of behavior that leads to separation in relationships with other people.

Overdependence

An unhealthy, insecure pattern of behavior that leads to preoccupied attempts to achieve security through relationships.

Regressive Coping

Coping mechanisms or strategies that involve retreating to less mature behaviors when faced with stress or adversity.

Gender-Related

Pertaining to differences or issues that arise due to gender identity, roles, or expectations.