Emulation Occurs When Individuals

question 16

Multiple Choice

Emulation occurs when individuals

• A) perform an action by watching the behavior of others.
• B) learn the end state of a behavior but not the behavior that generated the end state.
• C) have an increased chance of learning a behavior when others have that behavior.
• D) learn a behavior by following the first steps then figuring out the rest on their own.

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Definitions:

External Causes

Involves factors or circumstances outside an individual or system that impact outcomes or situations.

Internal Causes

Factors within a person, such as beliefs, desires, or personality traits, that explain their behaviors and decisions.

Law of Contingent Reinforcement

The Law of Contingent Reinforcement posits that the effectiveness of reinforcement (such as rewards or punishments) is dependent on its being administered contingent upon the occurrence of the behavior it is meant to encourage or discourage.

Desirable Behavior

Actions or conduct that are viewed positively and encouraged within a particular social or organizational culture.