Megan's Profane Language Increases in Frequency When It Leads to Her

question 110

Multiple Choice

Megan's profane language increases in frequency when it leads to her friend's approving laughter but decreases in frequency when it leads to her parent's criticism.This best illustrates

• A) respondent behavior.
• B) the law of effect.
• C) spontaneous recovery.
• D) shaping.

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Definitions:

Generalized Adaptation Syndrome

A theoretical framework describing the body's response to stress in three stages: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.

Generalized Adjustment Syndrome

A model outlining the body's short-term and long-term reactions to stress, including stages of alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.

Parasympathetic

Part of the autonomic nervous system that conserves energy as it slows the heart rate, increases intestinal and gland activity, and relaxes sphincter muscles.

Sympathetic

Relating to the sympathetic nervous system, which is part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for the body's "fight or flight" response.