After a Dog Had Been Conditioned to Salivate at the Sight

question 453

Multiple Choice

After a dog had been conditioned to salivate at the sight of meat powder, the meat powder was presented to the dog every three minutes and held just out of the dog's reach. Over the course of several trials, the amount of saliva the dog secretes decreases to zero, indicating that _____ had occurred.

• A) negative reinforcement
• B) biological preparedness
• C) extinction
• D) spontaneous recovery

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Definitions:

Intimate Partner Violence

Acts of violence or aggression conducted by a current or former intimate partner.

Coercive Behaviors

Actions intended to pressure, manipulate, or force someone into doing something against their will.

Assaultive Behaviors

Actions that threaten or cause physical harm to another person, often indicative of underlying aggression or psychological issues.

Coercive Behavior

Actions that are intended to force or intimidate someone into behaving in an involuntary manner through use of threats, intimidation, or some other form of pressure or force.