According to Erickson's Stage Theory, What Developmental Task Must Older

question 1

Multiple Choice

According to Erickson's stage theory, what developmental task must older preschool children master?

• A)Initiative vs. guilt
• B)Autonomy vs. shame and doubt
• C)Trust vs. mistrust
• D)Industry vs. inferiority

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Definitions:

Partial Reinforcer

A type of reinforcement strategy where a reward is given only some of the time after the desired behavior is exhibited.

Primary Reinforcer

A naturally reinforcing stimulus like food or water, which does not require learning to become pleasurable or desirable.

Fixed-Interval

A schedule of reinforcement where rewards are provided after a specific and constant period of time has passed.

Variable-Interval

A reinforcement schedule where a reward is given after a random period has elapsed following a response.