What Occurs When a Stimulus Shares Some, but Not All

question 16

Multiple Choice

What occurs when a stimulus shares some, but not all, of the characteristics that would lead it to fit neatly in an existing category?

• A) assimilation
• B) accommodation
• C) contrast
• D) selective distortion

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Definitions:

Endangered

A status signifying that a species is in danger of extinction throughout all or a significant portion of its range.

Chlorofluorocarbon

A class of compounds used in refrigerants and aerosols, known for their role in ozone depletion.

Ozone Destroyer

Substances, typically man-made chemicals like CFCs, that lead to the depletion of the ozone layer in the Earth's stratosphere.

Deforestation

The large-scale removal of forest land or tree plantations, often resulting in damage to the quality of the land.