Skinner Assumed That When Reinforcers Are Not Made Contingent on Behavior

question 70

Multiple Choice

Skinner assumed that when reinforcers are not made contingent on behavior,

• A) superstitious behaviors are likely to develop.
• B) subjects are likely to be more motivated than when reinforcers are absent.
• C) they act as occasion setters and facilitate learning.
• D) they reduce competing behaviors and enhance attention.

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