The central idea behind the concept of operant conditioning is that
A) classical conditioning works best when a single individual does the conditioning.
B) behavior functions parallel to consequences, but is not influenced by them.
C) once a behavior is learned, it can never be truly extinguished.
D) behavior can be encouraged, but it cannot be discouraged.
E) behavior is changed by manipulating its consequences.
E
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Rosseta learns to express her positive and negative feelings by watching Edwina talk to the group, for Edwina is very emotionally expressive. This change illustrates
a. observational learning. b. insight. c. positive reinforcement. d. altruism. e. transference.
In ______, depression may result not only from coping with the illness but also from
neurobiological changes in the brain caused by the illness. a. diabetes c. hypertension b. Parkinson's disease d. atherosclerosis
Which statement about teeth and dental care is true?
A. Between ages 6 and 12, all 20 primary teeth are lost and replaced by permanent ones. B. Boys lose their primary teeth slightly earlier than girls. C. At about 9 years of age, most children are capable of flossing without assistance. D. The molars are usually the first primary teeth that are replaced by permanent ones.