A(n) ________ reinforcer refers to an unpleasant stimulus whose removal leads to an increase in the probability that a preceding response will be repeated in the future.
A. negative
B. unconditioned
C. secondary
D. neutral
Answer: A
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In traditional Hindu culture, the practice requiring a wife to throw herself into the funeral fire of her dead husband is now illegal.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
B. F. Skinner sought explanations of behavior in terms of what?
a. Unconscious thought processes b. Imbalances among neurotransmitters c. Ethnic and cultural influences d. Previous reinforcements
In neurons, the ____________________ is the insulation of neurons that helps speed up neural transmission
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Simone is listening to her professor's lecture. Class is about to end when the professor previews the topic for the next meeting. "Next time," he says, "we will examine learning.". Since Simone has done the assigned reading, she correctly thinks to herself:
a. "Let's see—that's when there is a temporary change in behavior that results from previous experience with certain stimuli and responses.". b. "Oh, that's when there is permanent change in behavior that is due to maturation.". c. "Learning—that's when there is a relatively permanent change in behavior or knowledge that results from previous experience with certain stimuli and responses.". d. "Learning is the change in behavior that results from biological changes, fatigue, or injury.".