Give an Example of a Behavior That Appears to Be

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Essay

Give an example of a behavior that appears to be imitation but can also be explained by observational conditioning. Explain how observational conditioning would give rise to this behavior.

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Definitions:

Punishment

The imposition of an undesirable or unpleasant outcome upon a group or individual in response to a behavior deemed unacceptable or harmful.

Performance Feedback

Information provided to an individual or group about the quality or effectiveness of their work performance, intended to reinforce or improve behaviors.

Social Recognition

Informal acknowledgment, attention, praise, approval, or genuine appreciation for work well done from one individual or group to another.

Negative Reinforcers

In behavioral psychology, negative reinforcement is a process where an undesirable or harmful stimulus is removed after a particular behavior is exhibited, increasing the likelihood of that behavior being repeated in the future.