What Is Defined as the Amount of Time It Takes

question 78

Multiple Choice

What is defined as the amount of time it takes an individual to respond to a stimulus?

• A)reaction time
• B)stimulus discrimination
• C)information processing
• D)target acquisition

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Definitions:

High Grades

Academic evaluations that indicate a level of excellence or superior achievement.

Fixed-interval Schedules

A type of reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where rewards are given after a specific time interval has passed.

Pattern of Responding

The typical manner in which an individual reacts to a stimulus or situation, often studied in psychology to understand behavior.

Studying

The act of dedicating time and attention to gaining knowledge on a subject, typically involving reading and research.