Adaptation of the Olfactory Sense to the Continued Presentation of an Odorant

question 14

Multiple Choice

Adaptation of the olfactory sense to the continued presentation of an odorant

• A)occurs rapidly.
• B)increases sensitivity to that odorant.
• C)occurs slowly.
• D)does not occur.
• E)enhances gustation.

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Definitions:

Variable-Interval

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable period of time has passed, promoting a steady, consistent response rate.

Fixed-Ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is reinforced only after a specified number of responses, often used in behavior modification programs.

Fixed-Ratio

In the context of behavioral psychology, a reinforcement schedule that rewards a response only after a specified number of responses.

Variable-Ratio

A reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses.