A Rat in a Skinner Box Learns That a Red

question 111

Multiple Choice

A rat in a Skinner Box learns that a red light comes on just before a shock is presented.The rat learns to press the button at that time in order to prevent the shock.What is illustrated by this example

• A) escape learning
• B) avoidance learning 
• C) positive punishment
• D) positive reinforcement

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Definitions:

Motivation

The psychological forces or factors that drive individuals to take action, pursue goals, or engage in certain behaviors.

Intellectual Ability

The capacity to reason, plan, solve problems, think abstractly, comprehend complex ideas, learn quickly, and learn from experience.

Internal Environmental Influence

Factors within an organization that affect its operation and performance, including culture, internal policies, and employee dynamics.

Skill Level of Employees

Pertains to the range of competencies, abilities, and expertise that employees possess, influencing their capacity to perform job tasks effectively.