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What characterizes variable ratio reinforcement?
What characterizes variable ratio reinforcement?
- Reinforcer is delivered after a set period of time.
- Reinforcement is based solely on observable behavior.
- Reinforcement timing varies unpredictably across responses. (correct)
- Reinforcement is given after a fixed number of responses.
What is an example of fixed interval reinforcement?
What is an example of fixed interval reinforcement?
- Winning a prize every ten attempts at a game.
- A child whining intermittently for candy.
- Getting paid every week.
- A student visiting the library before exams. (correct)
Which schedule of reinforcement produces a scallop-shaped pattern of responding?
Which schedule of reinforcement produces a scallop-shaped pattern of responding?
- Variable ratio reinforcement.
- Variable interval reinforcement.
- Fixed interval reinforcement. (correct)
- Continuous reinforcement.
In Bandura's social learning theory, which component is essential for retention?
In Bandura's social learning theory, which component is essential for retention?
Which of the following limitations is noted in early behaviorist learning theories?
Which of the following limitations is noted in early behaviorist learning theories?
What is the effect of positive punishment on behavior?
What is the effect of positive punishment on behavior?
Which type of reinforcement involves removing an unpleasant stimulus?
Which type of reinforcement involves removing an unpleasant stimulus?
What does continuous reinforcement mean in operant conditioning?
What does continuous reinforcement mean in operant conditioning?
How does shaping work in operant conditioning?
How does shaping work in operant conditioning?
A fixed-ratio reinforcement schedule is characterized by which of the following?
A fixed-ratio reinforcement schedule is characterized by which of the following?
What happens during extinction in operant conditioning?
What happens during extinction in operant conditioning?
What is the outcome of negative punishment?
What is the outcome of negative punishment?
What is one characteristic of intermittent reinforcement?
What is one characteristic of intermittent reinforcement?
What is the main outcome of the classical conditioning process?
What is the main outcome of the classical conditioning process?
Which of the following describes the process of extinction in classical conditioning?
Which of the following describes the process of extinction in classical conditioning?
What is higher order conditioning in classical conditioning?
What is higher order conditioning in classical conditioning?
In the context of stimulus generalization, what does it mean when a dog salivates to any bell sound?
In the context of stimulus generalization, what does it mean when a dog salivates to any bell sound?
What principle explains why Little Albert developed a fear of white and furry objects?
What principle explains why Little Albert developed a fear of white and furry objects?
Which type of reinforcement encourages a behavior to occur more frequently by providing a favorable consequence?
Which type of reinforcement encourages a behavior to occur more frequently by providing a favorable consequence?
Which schedule of reinforcement leads to a high rate of response that is resistant to extinction?
Which schedule of reinforcement leads to a high rate of response that is resistant to extinction?
What is the mechanism by which punishment decreases the likelihood of a behavior occurring?
What is the mechanism by which punishment decreases the likelihood of a behavior occurring?
