Gary Trains His Hamster to Roll a Marble

question 148

Multiple Choice

Gary trains his hamster to roll a marble. First, he reinforces the hamster when it walks toward the marble, then he reinforces when it touches the marble with its nose. Finally, the hamster learns to roll the marble and is reinforced for it. This example illustrates ________.

• A) chaining
• B) counterconditioning
• C) shaping
• D) classical conditioning

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Definitions:

Systems Approach

A way of thinking that considers an organization or process as a set of interconnected parts or systems to analyze and solve problems.

Job Analysis

The method of analyzing and gathering data on the roles, obligations, required abilities, results, and working conditions specific to a job.

Implementation

The process of putting a plan, decision, agreement, or idea into effect.

Evaluation

The systematic process of assessing or judging the value, performance, or effectiveness of a person, program, or object.