In a Single Experiment, Amount of Reward and Type of Reward

question 11

Multiple Choice

In a single experiment, amount of reward and type of reward are varied. Subjects are randomly assigned to one of three "amount of reward" groups. Each subject is tested once with one type of reward and once again with a second type of reward. What type of design is this?

• A)2x2 single factor, multilevel
• B)2x3 mixed factorial
• C)2x3 independent groups factorial
• D)3x3 repeated-measures factorial

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Definitions:

Operant Conditioning

A system of education where the level of a response is modified through reinforcement or deterrents.

Classical Conditioning

A learning process that occurs through associations between an environmental stimulus and a naturally occurring stimulus, leading to a learned response.

Primary Reinforcer

A stimulus that satisfies a basic survival need and is inherently reinforcing without learning, such as food, water, or warmth.

Negative Reinforcement

involves the strengthening of a behavior because a negative condition is stopped or avoided as a consequence of the behavior.