It's Easier to Train a Pigeon to Peck a Disk

question 206

Multiple Choice

It's easier to train a pigeon to peck a disk for a food reward than to flap its wings for a food reward.This illustrates the importance of ________ in learning.

• A) extrinsic motivation
• B) modeling
• C) cognitive maps
• D) biological constraints

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Definitions:

Existential Import

The implication that at least one instance of the subject in a categorical proposition exists.

Coherent Argument

An argument where all the premises logically support the conclusion and are consistent with each other.

Assert

To assert a fact or conviction with confidence and vigor.

Disjunctive Syllogisms

A form of logical argument where, from two propositions, each of which could be true or false, a definite conclusion is drawn.