The BEST Rule to Follow in Applying Operant Conditioning to Your

question 68

Multiple Choice

The BEST rule to follow in applying operant conditioning to your own life is to _____.

• A) reinforce appropriate behavior
• B) extinguish inappropriate behavior
• C) save punishment for extreme cases only
• D) use a combination of these options

Describe the process of operant conditioning and its application in daily life.

Identify the stages of cognitive development according to Piaget.

Explain the importance of observational learning in behavior acquisition.

Grasp the concept of latent learning and how skills can remain unused until needed.

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Definitions:

Motivation Process

Involves the psychological forces that determine the direction of a person's behavior in an organization, a person's level of effort, and a person's level of persistence in the face of obstacles.

Achieve Objectives

The process of successfully reaching goals or targets through planned strategies and actions.

Content Theories

Theories that focus on identifying and understanding the specific needs and motives that drive human behavior and satisfaction in organizational contexts.

Different Needs

The varied and unique requirements or wishes of individuals or groups to achieve satisfaction or fulfillment.