Psychological Research That Focuses on Uncovering New Information Without Regard

question 112

Multiple Choice

Psychological research that focuses on uncovering new information without regard to the possible applications is called

• A) basic research.
• B) spurious research.
• C) clinical research.
• D) unethical research.

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Definitions:

Fixed Interval Schedule

A reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where the first response is rewarded only after a specified amount of time has elapsed.

Unpleasant Consequences

Negative outcomes or penalties that follow undesirable behaviors, aimed at reducing those behaviors.

Negative Reinforcement

A reinforcement contingency through which behaviors are followed by the removal of previously experienced negative consequences, resulting in the likelihood that the behavior will occur again in the same or similar situations.

Positive Reinforcement

A reinforcement contingency through which behaviors followed by positive consequences, are more likely to occur again in the same or similar situations.