A Type of Learning in Which Behavior Is Strengthened If

question 180

Multiple Choice

A type of learning in which behavior is strengthened if followed by a reinforcer is called

• A) delayed conditioning.
• B) classical conditioning.
• C) primary conditioning.
• D) operant conditioning.

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