Searle (1949)found That,in Comparison to Maze-Dull Rats,maze-Bright Rats Were

question 135

Multiple Choice

Searle (1949) found that,in comparison to maze-dull rats,maze-bright rats were

• A) not generally superior in learning ability.
• B) less emotional.
• C) more emotional.
• D) both A and B
• E) both A and C

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Definitions:

Intermittent Reinforcement

A conditioning schedule in which a reward or punishment (reinforcement) is not administered every time the desired response is performed.

Intrinsic Interest

Motivation driven by an interest or enjoyment in the task itself, rather than external pressures or rewards.

Edible Roots

Parts of plants that grow underground and can be consumed as food, such as carrots, beets, and potatoes.

Higher-Order Conditioning

A process in classical conditioning by which a conditioned stimulus is paired with a new neutral stimulus, creating a second (often weaker) conditioned stimulus.