What is operant conditioning? Give a real-life example of operant conditioning you have experienced. Explain how you were conditioned, being sure to include the reinforcer, the schedule of reinforcement, and any shaping that occurred

What will be an ideal response?


* Operant conditioning occurs when the subject must make a response to produce a change in the environment.
* The response should include an example of an operant conditioning situation and identify the relevant aspects.

Psychology

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The _______________ theory of aging suggests that the body, much like any machine, gradually deteriorates over time and eventually breaks down

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Dementia is the technical term for

a. insanity. b. senility. c. incontinence. d. seniority.

Psychology

Vygotsky focused on the phenomenon of children talking to themselves, which he called

a. self-directed speech. c. a collective monologue. b. private speech. d. telegraphic speech.

Psychology

Which of the following is an accurate description of the effects of zeitgebers on the body's internal clocks?

a. Both the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) and peripheral clocks are affected more by light than any other type of zeitgeber. b. The suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) is more affected by light, whereas the peripheral clocks are more affected by feeding patterns. c. The peripheral clocks are more affected by light, whereas the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) is more affected by physical activity. d. Both the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) and peripheral clocks are affected more by physical activity and feeding patterns than by light.

Psychology