In Shaping:​

question 40

Multiple Choice

In shaping:​

• A) ​the target behavior is reinforced more and more over time
• B) ​successive approximations of the target behavior are reinforced
• C) ​the target behavior is reinforced when it occurs closer and closer to the discriminative stimulus
• D) ​all of these

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Definitions:

Mirror Neurons

Neurons that fire both when an individual performs an action and when they observe the same action being performed by another, thought to be fundamental in imitation, empathy, and social understanding.

Active

Engaging or ready to engage in physically energetic pursuits.

Mirror Neurons

Neurons that fire both when an individual acts and when the individual observes the same action performed by another, thought to play a role in learning and empathy.

Simulate

To imitate or replicate the appearance, function, or conditions of (something) for study, training, or analysis.