When a Stimulus Consistently Precedes Rewarded Responses, It Tends to Elicit

question 51

Multiple Choice

When a stimulus consistently precedes rewarded responses, it tends to elicit a response. When a stimulus consistently precedes non-reward, it tends to inhibit responding. This states the principle of

• A)partial reinforcement.
• B)variable ratio responding.
• C)stimulus control.
• D)generalization.

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Definitions:

Confounding Variable

An external variable that influences both the independent and dependent variables in an experimental design, leading to a potential false association between the studied variables.

Random Factor

A random factor is an unpredictable variable that can influence the outcome of an experiment or situation, often beyond control.

Dependent Variable

In research, the variable being tested and measured, expected to be influenced by another variable known as the independent variable.

Self-Report Biases

Distortions in self-report measures due to systematic differences between what respondents report and what is true, often driven by social desirability or memory inaccuracies.