Which of the following is an example of a behavior that is learned through operant conditioning?

A. blinking in response to a flash of light
B. studying in order to get a teacher's approval
C. sneezing in response to dust
D. pulling one's hand away from a flame


Answer: B

Psychology

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a. Rue: "It is important for people to work as individuals, rather than in groups, because politicians tend to be suspicious when everyone in a group thinks alike.". b. Manon: "The best way to respond to a sexist remark is to ignore it, because people who make those remarks are usually just trying to get a reaction from others.". c. Alex: "It's best to work on a variety of issues, rather than confining yourself to just one problem.". d. Pat: "Change usually doesn't happen quickly, so don't get discouraged.".

Psychology

Paradoxical to his own theory, Freud believed that the sex act was _____

a. holy c. uplifting b. degrading d. impressive

Psychology

If you remember your grocery list by categorizing the items according to their location in the store, you are using the mnemonic of ________

a. elaboration b. organization c. rehearsal d. reinforcement

Psychology

The playing-hard-to-get technique is based on the ________ principle of compliance

A) scarcity B) authority C) reciprocity D) friendship/liking E) social validation

Psychology