The Learning Theory That Is Best Able to Explain Why

question 258

Multiple Choice

The learning theory that is best able to explain why physical punishment tends to increase aggressive behavior in children is

• A) Skinner's theory of operant conditioning.
• B) Pavlov's theory of classical conditioning.
• C) Bandura's theory of observational learning.
• D) Rescorla's theory of signal relations.

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Definitions:

Proximal End

The part of a limb or structure that is closest to the center of the body.

Radius

The radius is one of the two large bones of the forearm, located on the thumb side when the palm is facing up.

Ulna

The longer of the two bones in the forearm, running parallel to the radius and forming the elbow joint at its larger end.

Coronoid Process

A protruding structure on the upper jaw bone or on the ulna at the elbow, serving as an attachment point for muscles.