Jerry Uses Rote Learning to Study the Concept of Reinforcement

question 4

Multiple Choice

Jerry uses rote learning to study the concept of reinforcement, while Erica uses elaborative processing.Which of the following statements is TRUE?

• A) Jerry will understand the concept of reinforcement and will be more likely to directly retrieve the information he needs.
• B) Erica will understand the concept of reinforcement and will be more likely to directly retrieve the information she needs.
• C) Both will understand the concept and be able to readily retrieve the needed information.
• D) Neither will understand the concept nor will they be able to readily retrieve the needed information.

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Definitions:

Law Of Effect

A principle in psychology stating that behaviors followed by positive outcomes tend to be repeated, while those followed by negative outcomes are less likely to be repeated.

Reward

A benefit or recognition given for performing a particular action or behavior.

Response

A reaction or action taken by an organism or system as a result of a specific stimulus.

Negative Reinforcer

A stimulus whose removal or avoidance following a behavior increases the frequency of that behavior in the future.