The Systematic Withholding of Reinforcement Previously Contingent Upon a Response

question 24

Multiple Choice

The systematic withholding of reinforcement previously contingent upon a response until the probability of the response diminishes to zero is Skinner's definition of

• A)punishment.
• B)aversion.
• C)extinction.
• D)successive approximation.
• E)negative reinforcement

Understand the biochemical processes involving proteins, lipids, and vitamins within the digestive system.

Understand the secretory functions of digestive system organs.

Comprehend the physiological impact of nutrients and dietary components on health.

Describe the process and importance of protein metabolism in the liver.

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Definitions:

Encoding Specificity Principle

The theory suggesting that the context in which information is learned aids in the retrieval of that same information.

Retrieval Cues

Stimuli or prompts that facilitate the recall of information stored in memory.

Working Memory

A cognitive system responsible for temporarily holding information available for processing and manipulation.

Memory Processing

The method by which the brain encodes, stores, and retrieves information, allowing for learning and retention of experiences.