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Tirant22

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Firdous always complains of a tickling sensation in her palms. She has visited several physicians who have assured her that she is physically healthy. Despite the repeated reassurances, she runs from doctor to doctor, seeking the one who will find the cause of the sensation. In this scenario, Firdous is exhibiting:
 
  A) depersonalization-derealization disorder.
  B) illness anxiety disorder.
  C) posttraumatic stress disorder.
  D) dissociative identity disorder.

Question 2

In Pavlov's experiment, he conditioned his dog to salivate when it was shown a circle. Later, the dog salivated when it was shown other closed geometric figures including squares. Through his experiment, Pavlov demonstrated _____.
 
  A) discrimination
  B) general adaptation
  C) generalization
  D) spontaneous recovery



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

C



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