What mechanism is responsible for the process of extinction?
a. New learning overrides old learning.
b. The previously formed association is forgotten.
c. An aversion is formed in response to the association.
d. Spontaneous recovery replaces the association.
Question 2
In which of the following scenarios is Roxie, the dog, most likely to rapidly learn to associate a conditioned stimulus with food?
a. When Roxies owner gets home from work, sometimes she gives Roxie a food treat right away; other times, they go for a short walk before Roxie is given the treat.
b. During the week, Roxie gets treats for not scratching the furniture; during the weekend, she gets treats for performing complex tricks.
c. Roxies owner has two sons: The older son teaches Roxie tricks and sometimes rewards her with a treat; the younger son likes to play fetch with Roxie.
d. Each morning, Roxies owner opens the squeaky kitchen cupboard, pours dog food into a bowl, and immediately puts the bowl of food on the floor for Roxie to eat.
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