Combinatorial Explosion Refers to __________

question 5

Multiple Choice

Combinatorial explosion refers to __________.

• A)the number of behaviors possible in any one situation caused by combining two or more sequential possibilities
• B)the explosion of life on the planet about 4 billion years ago
• C)the problem of not having enough domain-specific programming to account for the entire range of possible human behavior
• D)general-purpose learning mechanisms capable of an infinite range of behaviors

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Definitions:

Negatively Reinforced

A process in operant conditioning where a behavior is strengthened because an unpleasant or aversive stimulus is removed or avoided.

Positively Reinforced

A behavior that increases in frequency or likelihood as a result of being followed by a rewarding stimulus, according to principles of operant conditioning.

Conditioned Avoidance Response

Behavior that is reinforced because it allows individuals to avoid situations that cause anxiety.

Unconditioned Response

A natural, unlearned reaction to an unconditioned stimulus.