In a Typical Experiment on Operant Conditioning, the Rate of Pressing

question 59

Multiple Choice

In a typical experiment on operant conditioning, the rate of pressing a lever or pecking a disk would be the

• A) reinforcement.
• B) conditioned stimulus.
• C) independent variable.
• D) dependent variable.

---

Definitions:

Commons Dilemma

A situation where shared resources are depleted because individuals act out of self-interest rather than considering the common good.

Belief in a Just World

The cognitive bias that a person's actions are inherently inclined to bring morally fair and fitting consequences to that individual.

Attractive Victims

A term relating to the phenomenon where individuals perceived as physically attractive are more likely to receive empathy and support when victimized.

Helper's Gender

Pertains to how the gender of a person providing assistance might influence the perception or effectiveness of the help given.