According to Gray's Reinforcement Sensitivity Theory,an Organism with a Heightened

question 73

Multiple Choice

According to Gray's reinforcement sensitivity theory,an organism with a heightened sensitivity to punishers in the environment is most likely to

• A)learn associations between behaviors and negative consequences
• B)show a characteristic pattern of seeking out rewarding opportunities
• C)be an extravert
• D)be assertive

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Definitions:

State-Dependent Memory

The phenomenon wherein information learned in a particular state of mind is more readily recalled when in the same state.

Levels-of-processing

A theory suggesting that the depth of mental processing affects memory; deeper processing leads to better recall.

Cerebral Cortex

The outer layer of the brain's cerebrum, involved in complex functions such as thought, language, and consciousness.

Short-term Memory

The part of the memory system where information is stored for a short duration, often considered to be about 20 to 30 seconds.