Complete the Following Analogy: Classical Conditioning Is to Reflexes as Operant

question 16

Multiple Choice

Complete the following analogy: Classical conditioning is to reflexes as operant conditioning is to ______________.

• A) behaviour modification 
• B) negative reinforcement 
• C) discriminative stimuli 
• D) voluntary behaviours

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Definitions:

Heavy Alcohol User

An individual who consumes alcohol in large quantities frequently, potentially leading to physical dependence or alcohol use disorder.

Therapy

A systematic process for helping people overcome their psychological problems. Therapy consists of a client (patient), a trained therapist, and a series of contacts between them.

Stressful Life Events

Significant occurrences or changes in one's life that can trigger or exacerbate stress, leading to various psychological or physical health outcomes.

Dichotomous Thinking

A cognitive distortion that simplifies the complexity of the world into either/or categories, ignoring the nuances and middle ground.