Positive Reinforcement Leads to an Increase in the Tendency to Produce

question 242

True/False

Positive reinforcement leads to an increase in the tendency to produce a specific response.

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Definitions:

Agonist

An agonist is a chemical or drug that binds to receptors in the body and activates them to produce a biological response.

Synapses

The junctions at which neurons communicate with other neurons, muscles, or glands through electrical or chemical signals.

Normal Development

Refers to the predictable pattern of growth and change that occurs in individuals across the lifespan, including physical, cognitive, and emotional aspects.

Abnormal Development

Development that deviates from typical growth patterns, often implying delays or differences in physical, emotional, or cognitive processes.