A Discriminative Stimulus Is

question 152

Multiple Choice

A discriminative stimulus is

• A) a behavior that operates on the environment,producing consequences.
• B) an event or situation signaling that an operant response will be reinforced.
• C) a behavior that occurs as an automatic response to a stimulus.
• D) an event that strengthens the behavior it follows.

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Definitions:

Surgical Asepsis

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Medical Asepsis

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Antiseptic

Substances used on the skin or living tissues to inhibit the growth of microorganisms.

Sterile Drape

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