Niko Was Hit by a Line Drive, and Afterward He

question 204

Multiple Choice

Niko was hit by a line drive, and afterward he would duck whenever he heard the crack of a bat hitting a baseball.After hearing that sound many times without ever getting hit again by a ball, Niko no longer ducks at the sound of a hit.This is best explained by:

• A)spontaneous recovery
• B)observational learning
• C)extinction
• D)conditioned inhibition

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Definitions:

Dominant Trait

An inherited characteristic that appears in an offspring if it is contributed from a parent through a dominant allele.

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter involved in the regulation of movement, emotions, motivation, and the feeling of pleasure.

Serotonergic Activity

The action or process related to serotonin, a neurotransmitter involved in regulating mood, appetite, and sleep among other bodily functions.

Pleasure-Seeking

The act of continually seeking activities or experiences that provide enjoyment or satisfaction.