Which of the Following Helps Explain Differences Between American Society

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which of the following helps explain differences between American society and many other societies with regard to conformity and obedience

• A) the degree of current "tension" in the society related to political instability 
• B) the degree of experience that societies have with democracy 
• C) the degree of religiosity found in the society 
• D) the degree of individualism and collectivism seen in various societies

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Definitions:

Stimulus Generalization

The tendency for stimuli similar to those used during learning to elicit a reaction similar to the learned response.

Habituation

The decrease in response to a stimulus after repeated exposure, indicating a form of learning or adaptation.

Learning Curve

A graphical representation of how an increase in learning comes from greater experience; or, the concept that practice can make tasks easier and more efficient over time.

Unconditioned Response

An automatic, natural reaction to a stimulus that occurs without prior learning or conditioning.