Penny, a Kindergartner, Wants to Learn How to Draw a Letter

question 27

Multiple Choice

Penny, a kindergartner, wants to learn how to draw a letter Q the way it appears in her coloring book. Penny's teacher watches her carefully and reinforces every attempt Penny makes to draw the letter Q correctly until the child actually draws the letter properly. This best demonstrates

• A) shaping.
• B) negative reinforcement.
• C) classical conditioning.
• D) spontaneous recovery.

---

Definitions:

Specific Action

A particular or well-defined behavior or task that is directed toward the completion of a goal.

Third Party

An entity involved in a transaction or situation that is neither the primary nor the secondary involved parties.

Assign The Blame

The act of determining responsibility for a mistake or wrongdoing, typically involving the identification of the person or entity at fault.

Mildly Disappointing Information

Details or news that might slightly upset or discourage the recipient but not to a severe extent.