The Tendency to Respond to a Stimulus That Is Similar

question 329

Multiple Choice

The tendency to respond to a stimulus that is similar to the original conditioned stimulus is called ______________.

• A) generalization
• B) adaptation
• C) discrimination
• D) extinction

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Definitions:

Digestive System

The digestive system is the group of organs responsible for breaking down food into nutrients, which the body uses for energy, growth, and cell repair.

Scurvy

A disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, characterized by swollen bleeding gums, bruising, and weakness.

Vitamin C

An essential nutrient and antioxidant found in fruits and vegetables, important for the repair of tissue and the enzymatic production of certain neurotransmitters.

Skin

The outermost layer of an organism's body that acts as a protective barrier against environmental hazards and pathogens.