Which of the Following Supports the Operant Conditioning Explanation for Why

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following supports the operant conditioning explanation for why some children become aggressive?

• A) they mentally link aggression with negative consequences
• B) they identify with aggressive characters on TV
• C) when they are aggressive, they tend to get their way
• D) their basic physiological needs are not met

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Definitions:

Memoranda

Written notes or records used for communication or to aid in remembering information.

Link Method

A mnemonic technique that involves forming a mental image of items to be remembered in a way that links them together.

Structural Encoding

The process of encoding sensory input into memory based primarily on the structure of objects, such as their shape or size, rather than their meaning.

Passive Encoding

The process of absorbing information without actively trying to remember it or giving it full attention.