Shaping (In the Context of Operant Conditioning) Means

question 240

Multiple Choice

Shaping (in the context of operant conditioning) means

• A) reinforcing successive approximations to a behavior.
• B) learning by imitation.
• C) punishing every behavior except the one that is reinforced.
• D) physically forcing an individual to make a response.

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Definitions:

Pre-Employment Expectations

The beliefs or assumptions about the nature of the work, the work environment, and the culture that individuals hold before starting a new job.

Mental Models

Represent the deeply ingrained assumptions or generalizations that influence how individuals understand the world and take action.

Organizational Culture

The set of shared beliefs, values, norms, and practices that shape the social and psychological environment of an organization.

Subconsciously Guide

To influence or direct behaviors, thoughts, or actions below the level of conscious awareness, often rooted in deeper internal processes or learned patterns.