Reinforcement Theory, Commonly Known as Behavioral Modification, Views Motivation as Learning

question 13

Multiple Choice

Reinforcement theory, commonly known as behavioral modification, views motivation as learning. Which of the following is true according to this theory of behavior?

• A) An individual starts off as a blank slate, learning as time goes on.
• B) An individual's response/consequence connection is strengthened over time.
• C) Reinforcement is learned through a process called operant conditioning.
• D) Learning is conditioned by the environment.
• E) Behavior becomes associated with a particular consequence.

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