A General Process in Which the Repeated Presentation of a Stimulus

question 95

Multiple Choice

A general process in which the repeated presentation of a stimulus leads to a gradual decrease in responding is termed:

• A)habituation.
• B)classical conditioning.
• C)sensitization.
• D)association.

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Definitions:

Attribution Theory

A concept in psychology that explains how individuals infer the causes of their own and other people's behavior.

Elaboration Likelihood Model

A model that explains different ways of processing stimuli, why they are used, and their outcomes on attitude change.

Cognitive Dissonance

The psychological discomfort experienced when holding two or more conflicting cognitions (ideas, beliefs, values, or emotional reactions).

Social Facilitation

The tendency for people to perform differently when in the presence of others, typically enhancing performance on well-practiced tasks.