Why Do We Refer to Positive Reinforcement and Operant Extinction

question 12

Essay

Why do we refer to positive reinforcement and operant extinction as principles but to shaping as a procedure? (Hint: See Chapter 1, p.10.)

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Definitions:

Correlational Method

A research strategy that involves measuring two or more variables to determine the degree of relationship between them.

Variables

Elements, features, or factors that are liable to vary or change within a study, experiment, or any form of research.

Sample

A subset of individuals or items selected from a larger population, used in research to draw conclusions about the entire population.

Independent Variable

The variable that is manipulated or changed in an experiment to investigate its effect on the dependent variable.