The Spread of Conditioning to Stimuli Similar to the Conditioned

question 66

Multiple Choice

The spread of conditioning to stimuli similar to the conditioned stimulus is called:

• A)associative linkage.
• B)generalization.
• C)higher-order conditioning.
• D)spontaneous recovery.

Understand the effectiveness of psychotherapy across different cultures and its adaptability to cultural values.

Acknowledge the relevance of treatment choice based on the nature of the problem and the evidence on therapeutic outcomes.

Understand the concept of nonverbal communication and its gender differences.

Recognize and explain the sociological criteria for groups and group membership.

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Definitions:

Experiment

A controlled test of a hypothesis in which the researcher manipulates one variable to discover its effect on another.

Independent Variable

In an experiment, the variable that is manipulated or changed by the researcher to observe its effects on the dependent variable.

Manipulated

Altered, controlled, or handled skillfully, often with the implication of unfairness or deceit.

Optimism

A mental attitude characterized by hope and confidence in success and a positive future.