The Central Principle of Classical Conditioning Is That ________

question 49

Multiple Choice

The central principle of classical conditioning is that ________

• A) after repeated pairings with a stimulus that naturally causes a response, a neutral stimulus will cause a similar response.
• B) we repeat those actions that we see others engage in.
• C) the consequences of behavior influence its likelihood of being repeated.
• D) the interaction of genetics and social factors best explains human behavior.

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Definitions:

Excess Consideration

The amount paid by an acquiring company over and above the fair value of the net identifiable assets of the acquired company, often recorded as goodwill.

Underlying Book Value

The net asset value of a company calculated by total assets minus intangible assets (patents, goodwill) and liabilities.

Consolidated Current Assets

The total value of all short-term assets held by a company and its subsidiaries, as reported on a consolidated balance sheet.

Excess Consideration

This term is involved in accounting and finance, indicating the amount paid over the fair value of the net assets of a company during an acquisition.