The Basic Difference Between Punishment and Reinforcement Boils Down to a Difference

question 139

Multiple Choice

The basic difference between punishment and reinforcement boils down to a difference between ________.

• A) conditioned and unconditioned stimuli
• B) presenting and removing stimuli
• C) stimuli and responses
• D) decreasing and increasing response rates

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Definitions:

Unconditioned Stimulus

In traditional conditioning, a stimulus that inherently and effortlessly elicits a reaction without the need for prior learning.

Unconditioned Response

An instinctive, unlearned reaction to an external stimulus that takes place without beforehand learning or conditioning.

Classical Conditioning

A learning process wherein a neutral stimulus becomes associated with a meaningful stimulus, leading to a conditioned response.

Voluntary Behaviours

Actions that are under conscious control, such as walking, talking, or writing.