Connor Is Part of an Infant Study Where He Is

question 49

Multiple Choice

Connor is part of an infant study where he is placed in a crib. A ribbon is tied to his ankle and when he kicks that leg it makes a mobile move. A week later, Connor is brought back to the lab and as soon as he is placed in the same crib he starts kicking. Connor is learning through:

• A) operant conditioning.
• B) punishment.
• C) negative reinforcement.
• D) classical conditioning.

---

Definitions:

Stages-Of-Change

A model in psychology that maps out the phases individuals undergo when changing behavior, including precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance.

Premature Termination

The ending of a therapeutic relationship or treatment process before the completion of the planned course of therapy, often resulting in unresolved issues for the client.

Clinical Symptoms

Observable signs and subjective experiences indicating the presence of a disease or psychological disorder.

Dualistically

Pertaining to a conceptual or philosophical division of something into two opposing or contrasting aspects or entities.