A Trainer Wants a Pigeon to Quickly Learn to Peck

question 67

Multiple Choice

A trainer wants a pigeon to quickly learn to peck a button to obtain food.She also wants to be sure the behavior is resistant to extinction.So,she should use ________ reinforcement until the response is mastered followed by ________ reinforcement.

• A) positive;negative
• B) negative;positive
• C) continuous;partial
• D) partial;continuous

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Definitions:

Forecasting

The process of making predictions about future events or trends based on current and historical data analysis.

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Anticipating Problems

The ability to foresee and prepare for potential issues before they occur.

Setting Objectives

The act of establishing specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals for an individual or organization to accomplish.