At the National Zoological Park in Washington,D

question 168

Multiple Choice

At the National Zoological Park in Washington,D.C.,a polar bear suffered a broken tooth,and keepers needed a safe way to treat the problem.The bear was rewarded first for sticking its nose through a slot in the cage door,then for allowing a keeper to lift its lip and touch its teeth.Finally,a veterinarian was able to treat the damaged tooth while the bear waited placidly for its familiar reward.This is an example of _______.

• A)modelling
• B)shaping
• C)negative reinforcement
• D)secondary learning

---

Definitions:

Job Enrichment

A human resources strategy aimed at enhancing job satisfaction by adding tasks that increase responsibility, autonomy, and opportunities to grow within a role.