Point out examples of Skinner’s behaviorism throughout Jason’s life. Describe the reinforcers and punishments, and the specific behaviors they encouraged or discouraged, respectively.

What will be an ideal response?


Jason’s being laughed at by his brothers for nursing was punishing enough to make him stop that behavior. The military experience must have been rewarding because he enlisted in the army three times.

Psychology

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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a. social contract orientation. b. care and justice orientation. c. universal ethical principle orientation. d. obedience and punishment orientation. e. authority or law-and-order orientation.

Psychology