A Rat in a Skinner Box Is Reinforced with a Food

question 16

Multiple Choice

A rat in a Skinner box is reinforced with a food pellet every time it presses the bar. This is an example of:

• A)the partial reinforcement effect.
• B)a fixed-interval schedule of reinforcement.
• C)continuous reinforcement.
• D)superstitious behavior.

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Definitions:

Punctual

The characteristic of being on time for appointments, meetings, and other obligations.

Welcoming

Welcoming refers to creating an inclusive and friendly atmosphere that makes others feel accepted and valued.

Moral Worth

The inherent value of an action or person, based on ethics and morality.

Courage

The ability to overcome fear and live (or die) by one’s convictions, even in ambiguous, uncertain, and dangerous situations; the virtue that underlies and gives reality to all other values; the basis for moral worth and dignity.