Positively Related Variables Change Such That as the Value of One

question 122

Multiple Choice

Positively related variables change such that as the value of one variable

• A)decreases,the value of the other variable increases.
• B)decreases,the value of the other variable decreases.
• C)decreases,the value of the other variable remains the same.
• D)increases,the value of the other variable decreases.
• E)increases,the value of the other variable remains the same.

Understand Thorndike's contributions to psychology and the principle of the law of effect.

Recognize the process of classical conditioning and its effects on behavior.

Differentiate between classical and operant conditioning.

Identify the role of reinforcement in learning and behavior modification.

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