After Learning About Pavlov in Class, Wendy Wanted to Condition

question 117

Multiple Choice

After learning about Pavlov in class, Wendy wanted to condition her own dog, Beelzebub, to salivate at the sound of a bell. Which of the following would be the most effective method for Wendy to use to produce a strong conditioned response in Beelzebub?

• A)Present the bell and the food at the same time.
• B)Present the bell and then after it stops ringing, present the food.
• C)Present the bell first, and then present the food while the bell is still ringing.
• D)Present the food and then, after the food is eaten, present the bell.

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Definitions:

Misusing Punishment

The incorrect application of punishment that can lead to unwanted consequences, such as reinforcing the undesired behavior it seeks to discourage.

Observational Learning

The process of learning behaviors by watching and imitating others.

Learning Behaviors

Actions or processes through which individuals acquire new knowledge, skills, values, or preferences.

Instinctive Drift

The tendency of an animal to revert to instinctive behaviors that interfere with the conditioned response training.