Raul's Parents Make Certain They Thank Raul Every Time He

question 43

Multiple Choice

Raul's parents make certain they thank Raul every time he clears the dishes from the table without being asked. Sadie's parents try to remember to thank Sadie every time she clears the table without being asked, but about half the time, they forget. Based on principles of operant conditioning, you should predict that ​

• A)both children's table clearing will be equally resistant to extinction.
• B)Sadie's table clearing will be more resistant to extinction than Raul's.
• C)Raul's table clearing will be more resistant to extinction than Sadie's.
• D)Raul will develop stimulus generalization, and Sadie will develop stimulus discrimination.

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Definitions:

Pectoralis Major

A significant muscle located in the upper part of the chest, aiding in arm and shoulder motion.

Upper Chest

Refers to the region of the body encompassing the upper part of the thorax, including the pectoral muscles, clavicles, and upper ribs.

Cramp

A spasmodic, painful contraction of a muscle or muscles.

Contracted

Engaged by agreement or compact; often refers to muscles shortening during contraction or to formal agreements between parties.