Define Operant Conditioning and Contrast It with Classical Conditioning

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Define operant conditioning and contrast it with classical conditioning. State the law of effect and describe the nature of the observations made by Thorndike to formulate the law. Give two examples of your own that illustrate the reinforcement strategies used in operant conditioning to increase desired behaviors.

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Definitions:

Consciously Restrain

The deliberate and aware effort to control or limit one's actions, reactions, or emotions.

Eating Early

The practice of consuming meals earlier in the day, which some research suggests may be beneficial for metabolic health and weight management.

Physical Activity

Any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure, contributing to physical fitness and health.

Cannon-Bard Theory

A theory of emotion that suggests emotions and physiological responses such as heart rate increase occur simultaneously and independently.