An Antecedent Stimulus That Is Present When the Behavior Is

question 5

Multiple Choice

An antecedent stimulus that is present when the behavior is not reinforced is a(n) :

• A)S-delta
• B)reinforcer
• C)discriminative stimulus
• D)conditioned stimulus

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Definitions:

Teratogens

Agents capable of interrupting the normal development of an embryo or fetus, resulting in serious developmental disorders or birth defects.

Blastocyst

An early stage in the embryonic development of mammals, consisting of a sphere made up of an outer layer of cells and a fluid-filled cavity.

Placenta

The placenta is an organ that develops in the uterus during pregnancy, providing oxygen and nutrients to the fetus while removing waste products.

Teratogens

Agents, such as chemicals or viruses, that can reach the embryo or fetus during prenatal development and cause harm.