Habituation and Sensitization Both Refer to a Change in Response

question 124

Multiple Choice

Habituation and sensitization both refer to a change in response because of learning.Which of the following statements best expresses the relationship between the types of changes in response denoted by the two terms?

• A) The two terms refer to the same type of change in response.
• B) The two terms refer to similar kinds of changes in response.
• C) The two terms refer to different sorts of changes in response.
• D) The two terms refer to opposite changes in response.

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Definitions:

Glenohumeral

Pertaining to the shoulder joint, which involves the articulation between the glenoid cavity of the scapula and the head of the humerus.

Pronation

A rotation of the forearm or hand so that the palm faces downward or backward.

Supination

The rotational movement of the forearm or foot that turns the palm or sole outward or upward.

Dorsiflexion

The action of lifting the foot upwards towards the shin, decreasing the angle between the dorsum of the foot and the leg.