With Which of the Following Behaviors Would Operant Conditioning Work

question 76

Multiple Choice

With which of the following behaviors would operant conditioning work best?

• A) Riding a bicycle
• B) Fearing an approaching thunderstorm
• C) Salivating at the smell of cookies baking
• D) Feeling nervous before speaking in public

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Definitions:

Aldol Product

A compound produced by an aldol condensation reaction, typically involving the formation of a β-hydroxy ketone or aldehyde.

4-methylpentanal

An organic compound, specifically an aldehyde, with the chemical formula C6H12O, characterized by a methyl group attached to the fifth carbon of a pentanal chain.

Sodium Hydroxide

A highly caustic and strong base used in many industries; it is also known as lye or caustic soda.

α,β-unsaturated Aldehyde

An organic compound with a double bond between the alpha and beta carbon atoms and a carbonyl group at the alpha position.