Asked by morgan sterrett on Sep 26, 2024
Alicia is actively trying to get her poker playing under control and decided to enrol in a behaviour modification program.Which of the following would you suggest to her to ensure she sticks to the program and her rehabilitation
A) To use punishments only (and no rewards) because they are powerful reinforcers.
B) If she uses punishments, to have someone else deliver them.
C) If she use punishments, to make them as severe as she can.
D) If she uses punishments, to use a random ratio of severe and mild ones.
Random Ratio
A reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses.
- Gain insight into the distinctions that exist between positive and negative reinforcement, and discern the differences between positive and negative punishment.
- Understand the importance of immediacy and severity in the effectiveness of punishment.
Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into the distinctions that exist between positive and negative reinforcement, and discern the differences between positive and negative punishment.
- Understand the importance of immediacy and severity in the effectiveness of punishment.
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