Bob Has Learned That He Can Usually Get What He

question 158

Multiple Choice

Bob has learned that he can usually get what he wants from his parents if he keeps whining for something. One day Bob starts whining in the toy store because he wants an action figure. His father refuses to give it to him and ignores his whining. What process is likely to happen as a result?

• A) generalization
• B) extinction
• C) spontaneous recovery
• D) negative reinforcement

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Definitions:

Boolean

A binary system that represents values and logical operations using true (1) and false (0) states.

Parallel

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Ladder Diagram

A graphical representation of an electrical control circuit, laid out in a form resembling a ladder.

Pushbutton

A simple switch mechanism for controlling some aspect of a machine or a process, typically operated by pressing a button.