Asked by Trinity Krystyne on Apr 28, 2024
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a behavior learned through operant conditioning?
A) An adolescent washes his father's car hoping to get a curfew extension.
B) A person jumps back at the sight of a snake.
C) A prison inmate receives tokens for good behavior.
D) An animal stays still to avoid an electric shock.
Operant Conditioning
A method of learning that occurs through rewards and punishments for behavior, through which an association is made between a behavior and a consequence for that behavior.
Curfew Extension
The act of prolonging the time before which individuals must cease activities or be indoors, typically imposed by authorities as a regulation or order.
Electric Shock
A sudden discharge of electricity through a part of the body, which can cause injury or psychological impact.
- Identify various types of operant conditioning and their outcomes.
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- Identify various types of operant conditioning and their outcomes.
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