Which of the Following Is an Example of Instrumental Conditioning

question 180

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of instrumental conditioning?

• A) A baby begins to ignore a new toy after several days.
• B) You were accidentally startled when you entered a new classroom; now you hesitate as you enter that classroom.
• C) Each time you reached for the potatoes rather than asking politely, your mother slapped your hand.
• D) You know it will rain because you see dark clouds.

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