Why Might an Ancient Peruvian Create a Figurine Depicting Masturbation

question 61

Multiple Choice

Why might an ancient Peruvian create a figurine depicting masturbation and fellatio as funeral offerings? 

• A) to enhance fertility in the living world 
• B) to prevent the return of ghostly spirits 
• C) to keep their departed loved one happy in the after life 
• D) to protect them from sexual temptation in the after life

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Definitions:

Extinguish

In psychology, to diminish or eliminate a learned response, typically by no longer pairing the stimulus with the reinforcement.

Fixed-Ratio Schedules

A type of reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where a response is reinforced only after a specified number of responses, leading to a high and steady response rate.

Response Rates

The percentage of people who answer or respond to a survey or inquiry.

Fixed-Interval Schedules

A reinforcement strategy in operant conditioning where rewards are presented at fixed time periods, provided the appropriate response is made.