Similarity is to difference as generalization is to __________________?
Correct answer: B. discrimination
- A. choices
- B. discrimination
- C. detectability
- D. distinction
Explanation
Generalization means responding similarly to stimuli that resemble the original stimulus, whereas discrimination means responding differently to stimuli that differ. Therefore, discrimination is the learning counterpart of difference.
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