A Skinner Box Is A(n)

question 27

Multiple Choice

A Skinner box is a(n)

• A) aversive or punishing event that decreases the occurrence of certain undesirable behaviors.
• B) "slot machine" used to study the effects of partial reinforcement on human gambling practices.
• C) chamber containing a bar or key that an animal can manipulate to obtain a reward.
• D) television projection device designed for use in laboratory studies of observational learning.

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