The Theory Stating That Rewarded Behavior Is Likely to Be

question 35

Multiple Choice

The theory stating that rewarded behavior is likely to be repeated and that punished behavior is less likely to recur is called

• A) expectancy theory.
• B) Theory Y.
• C) equity theory.
• D) reinforcement theory.
• E) Theory X.

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Definitions:

Food Reinforcement

In behavioral psychology, it is the process by which the probability of a response increases because it is followed by the presentation of food, which is a primary reinforcer.

Instinctive Behaviors

Actions or reactions that an organism is naturally inclined to perform without being taught.

Brelands

Refers to Keller and Marian Breland, psychologists who studied animal behavior and learning, emphasizing instinctual drift.

Learning Selectivity

The process by which individuals or animals selectively focus on certain stimuli while ignoring others during the learning process, influenced by various factors such as relevance and past experience.