Asked by Mattiah Mishael on Jul 18, 2024
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The _______ becomes the reinforcer for the rat to receive a reward for his behavior.
A) electric shock
B) food
C) Skinner Box
D) the experimenter
Skinner Box
An experimental apparatus designed by B.F. Skinner for studying animal behavior through operant conditioning.
Reinforcer
Any stimulus that strengthens or increases the likelihood of a specific response or behavior by being presented immediately after that response or behavior.
- Gain an understanding of the key elements of operant conditioning, including shaping processes and reinforcement schedules.
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DR
Daniel RodriguezJul 20, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
In operant conditioning, a behavior is strengthened by its consequences, which can be positive reinforcement, negative reinforcement, punishment or extinction. As per the scenario described, the rat is performing a behavior to receive a reward, and the reward is food. Therefore, food becomes the reinforcer for the rat to repeat the behavior in the future. The other options, such as electric shock, Skinner Box and the experimenter, could have been part of the experimental setup but they don't directly explain the rat's behavior and its reinforcement.
Learning Objectives
- Gain an understanding of the key elements of operant conditioning, including shaping processes and reinforcement schedules.