In Psychology, the Term Conditioning Refers To

question 57

Multiple Choice

In psychology, the term conditioning refers to:

• A) a prior exposure to a stimulus.
• B) the process of learning associations between environmental events and behavioral responses.
• C) enhanced performance due to extensive practice and training in a particular skill or sport.
• D) adaptation to specific environmental factors due to repeated exposure to those factors.

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Definitions:

Monocular Cues

Visual information that allows for the perception of depth and distance using one eye alone.

Signal-Detection Theory

A framework used to describe how individuals differentiate between meaningful stimuli and background noise in their environments, emphasizing the role of decision-making processes.

Cognitive

Pertaining to the mental processes involved in gaining knowledge and comprehension, including thinking, knowing, remembering, judging, and problem-solving.

Psychological

Pertaining to the mind or mental processes, encompassing emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.