The pigeon is still pecking the key at a steady, rapid pace, even though no reinforcement has been given for a long time. The pigeon probably was trained on a:
a. fixed-ratio schedule
b. fixed-interval schedule
c. continuous reinforcement schedule
d. variable-ratio schedule
D
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Which research method involves a researcher engaging in careful observation of behavior without intervening directly with the subjects?
a. criterion-based induction b. case studies c. surveys d. naturalistic observation
The term "taijin kyofusho" literally means:
A. fear of the marketplace B. desire for interpersonal relations C. fear of people or interpersonal relations D. persistent irresistible thought
Imagine you hear a report about a heritability study that claims trait X is "50% genetic." Which of the following is a more accurate way of stating this?
a. Fifty percent of individual difference of trait X within a population are due to genetic factors. b. Only half of a population has the trait. c. The trait is homozygous. d. More than 50% of similarities of trait X within a population are the result of genetic factors.
Would it be ethical to replicate Bartlett's 1932 study today?
A. It might be, but only if the false memories that the study implanted were unemotional in nature. B. No. Intentionally implanting false memories in research subjects is reckless. C. Yes. Research subjects suffer no harm if they misremember the details of a passage. D. It might be, but only if the researchers monitor brain activity at the time they give the test.