Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE About Operant Conditioning

question 389

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is TRUE about operant conditioning?

• A) Neither partial nor continuous reinforcement leads to behaviors that will persist for long periods of time.
• B) Continuous reinforcement leads to behaviors that will persist longer than behavior learned through partial or intermittent reinforcement.
• C) Partial reinforcement leads to behaviors that will persist longer than behavior learned through continuous reinforcement.
• D) Continuous reinforcement and partial reinforcement lead to behaviors that persist for equally long periods of time.

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Definitions:

Preconventional Reasoning

The lowest level in Kohlberg’s theory. At this level, morality is often focused on reward and punishment. The two stages in preconventional reasoning are punishment and obedience orientation (stage 1) and individualism, instrumental purpose, and exchange (stage 2).

Individualism

A theory in society that prioritizes individual freedom over the control of groups or governmental authority.

Piaget's Methods

Techniques used by Jean Piaget, including naturalistic observation and clinical interviews, to study cognitive development in children.

Moral Development

The process by which individuals learn to distinguish right from wrong and to develop attitudes and behaviors that are socially acceptable.