Harry Harlow Used the Theory Behind Operant Conditioning to Predict

question 19

Multiple Choice

Harry Harlow used the theory behind operant conditioning to predict incorrectly that __________.

• A) monkeys would prefer a wire mesh mother that dispensed food
• B) monkeys would prefer a wire mesh mother with a soft cloth cover that did not dispense food
• C) monkeys would withdraw from, and be frightened by, both wire mesh mothers
• D) monkeys would prefer both wire mesh mothers equally

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