You Teach Your Dog to Fetch the Paper by Giving

question 7

Multiple Choice

You teach your dog to fetch the paper by giving him a cookie each time he does so. This is an example of

• A)operant conditioning.
• B)classical conditioning.
• C)conditioned reinforcement.
• D)partial reinforcement.

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Definitions:

Konrad Lorenz

An Austrian zoologist known for his foundational work in the field of ethology and for his study of animal behavior.

Critical Period

A specific time during development when a particular event has its greatest consequences and the presence of certain kinds of environmental stimuli is necessary for development to proceed normally.

Innate Tendency

An natural or instinctual inclination or propensity in living organisms towards certain behaviors, reactions or developments.

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