The MPC and MPS

question 416

Multiple Choice

The MPC and MPS

• A) each are usually less than .5.
• B) sum to 1.
• C) can sum to anything greater than 0.
• D) sum to 100.

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Definitions:

Reinforcing

The process of strengthening a behavior by providing a consequence that the individual finds rewarding.

Punishing

The act of imposing a penalty or negative consequence for an undesirable action or behavior, with the intent of reducing or eliminating that behavior.

Classical Conditioning

A learning process that occurs when two stimuli are repeatedly paired; a response that is at first elicited by the second stimulus is eventually elicited by the first stimulus alone.

Respondent Behavior

Behavior that is elicited by a specific stimulus and is part of the classical conditioning process, such as salivating when smelling food.