The Use of _______________ Reinforcers Sometimes Causes a Behavior to Decrease

question 69

Multiple Choice

The use of _______________ reinforcers sometimes causes a behavior to decrease in frequency.

• A)positive
• B)primary
• C)extrinsic
• D)intrinsic

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Definitions:

Schemes

In cognitive development, structured patterns of thought or behavior that organize categories of information and the relationships among them.

Action Patterns

Action patterns are sequences of coordinated behaviors that are innate and triggered by specific stimuli, often observed in the animal behavior context.

Mentally

Relating to the mind, or involving the process of thinking, feeling, and understanding.

Social Cognitive Theorists

Researchers who study how individuals learn and behave in social contexts, focusing on the interplay of mental processes and social interaction.