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What is Sheila's change in behavior a result of?
What is Sheila's change in behavior a result of?
Learning
In the example of the dog, what is the conditioned stimulus?
In the example of the dog, what is the conditioned stimulus?
The sound of the leash
What do we call the phenomenon when a child does not show fear towards a black rat after being conditioned to fear a white rat?
What do we call the phenomenon when a child does not show fear towards a black rat after being conditioned to fear a white rat?
Stimulus discrimination
What has occurred when a dog stops coming to the door after the leash is rattled?
What has occurred when a dog stops coming to the door after the leash is rattled?
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What is Rhonda's queasiness at the thought of fish with tartar sauce an example of?
What is Rhonda's queasiness at the thought of fish with tartar sauce an example of?
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What does Caitlin's professor refer to her study of the rat's conditioned taste aversion?
What does Caitlin's professor refer to her study of the rat's conditioned taste aversion?
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What explains Blake's behavior of washing his car before going out?
What explains Blake's behavior of washing his car before going out?
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In classical conditioning, behavior is typically ____________, whereas with operant conditioning, behavior is ______________.
In classical conditioning, behavior is typically ____________, whereas with operant conditioning, behavior is ______________.
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Where do secondary reinforcers get their power from?
Where do secondary reinforcers get their power from?
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Positive reinforcement results in a __________ in the target behavior, and negative reinforcement results in a ___________ in the target behavior.
Positive reinforcement results in a __________ in the target behavior, and negative reinforcement results in a ___________ in the target behavior.
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What is Belinda's use of aspirin to relieve her headache an example of?
What is Belinda's use of aspirin to relieve her headache an example of?
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What schedule of reinforcement is Ben receiving?
What schedule of reinforcement is Ben receiving?
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What is losing cell phone privileges an example of when a child is grounded?
What is losing cell phone privileges an example of when a child is grounded?
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What is the relationship between negative reinforcement and punishment?
What is the relationship between negative reinforcement and punishment?
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Provide an example of extinction with operant conditioning.
Provide an example of extinction with operant conditioning.
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What does instinctive drift refer to in animal behavior?
What does instinctive drift refer to in animal behavior?
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What type of learning refers to sudden realization, as experienced by Jose?
What type of learning refers to sudden realization, as experienced by Jose?
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What concept explains Jody's reluctance to try college algebra again?
What concept explains Jody's reluctance to try college algebra again?
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What does AMID stand for in observational learning?
What does AMID stand for in observational learning?
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Why might Darla not start a weight loss program despite seeing others succeed?
Why might Darla not start a weight loss program despite seeing others succeed?
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Study Notes
Learning and Behavior Modification
- Sheila's change in behavior after nearly being hit by a car demonstrates learning from a personal experience.
- The sound of the leash becomes a conditioned stimulus as it signals to the dog that a walk is imminent.
- Fear response in a child conditioned to a white rat but not a black rat exemplifies stimulus discrimination.
- The dog's lack of reaction to the rattled leash after a period of no walks indicates extinction of the learned behavior.
Classical Conditioning Concepts
- Rhonda associates nausea with fish and tartar sauce due to a previous experience, illustrating conditioned taste aversion.
- Caitlin's lab results show that food aversions can form quickly, highlighting the concept of biological preparedness.
- In classical conditioning, behavior is involuntary, while operant conditioning involves voluntary behavior.
Reinforcement and Punishment
- Thorndike's law of effect explains Blake's cleaning behavior: he associates washing his car with positive social responses.
- Secondary reinforcers acquire power through classical conditioning.
- Positive and negative reinforcement both increase the target behavior, while negative reinforcement specifically strengthens a response.
- Negative reinforcement contrasts with punishment, as the latter weakens a response, such as losing privileges as a consequence for behaviors.
Schedules and Techniques
- Ben’s payment every two weeks, regardless of hours worked, indicates a fixed interval reinforcement schedule.
- Punishment by removal is illustrated when Denise’s cell phone privileges are taken away as a consequence of coming home late.
- Ignoring a child's tantrum to eliminate the behavior showcases the use of extinction in operant conditioning.
Learning Theories
- Instinctive drift describes how animals revert to genetically controlled behaviors despite reinforcement.
- Insight learning refers to sudden realizations or solutions, as seen with Jose's breakthrough idea under pressure.
- Learned helplessness explains Jody's reluctance to re-enroll in algebra despite support.
Observational Learning
- AMID stands for Attention, Memory, Imitation, and Desire, outlining components crucial for observational learning.
- Darla’s lack of desire to imitate her friends' behavior reveals the motivation aspect of Bandura’s model of observational learning.
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Test your knowledge on Chapter 5 of Psychology, focusing on learning and behavior. This quiz covers key concepts including conditioning and behavioral changes. Get ready to evaluate your understanding of these important psychological principles!