When you approach a traffic light and see a red light, you stop. On the other hand, when you approach that same light and see a green light, you continue driving. This example illustrates
A)stimulus generalization.
B)extinction.
C)stimulus discrimination.
D)spontaneous recovery.

Question

When you approach a traffic light and see a red light, you stop. On the other hand, when you approach that same light and see a green light, you continue driving. This example illustrates ​
A)stimulus generalization.
B)extinction.
C)stimulus discrimination.
D)spontaneous recovery.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This example illustrates stimulus discrimination because you are responding differently to different stimuli (red light vs. green light), indicating you can distinguish between the two and adjust your behavior accordingly.

When You Approach a Traffic Light and See a Red