Macaque Monkeys Are Capable of Learning a Cognitive Rule for Ordering

question 195

Multiple Choice

Macaque monkeys are capable of learning a cognitive rule for ordering lists of photographs simply from watching another macaque successfully complete the task. This is an example of:

• A) operant conditioning.
• B) observational learning.
• C) latent learning.
• D) classical conditioning.

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Definitions:

Classical Conditioning

A learning paradigm where two stimuli are unceasingly linked; initially, the response is triggered by the second stimulus, but with time, it is triggered by the first stimulus alone.

Neutral Stimulus

A stimulus that initially produces no specific response other than focusing attention.

Classical Conditioning

A reinforcement process where two stimuli are regularly conjoined; the response that is initially elicited by the second stimulus is later elicited by the first stimulus singularly.

Unconditioned Response

Unconditioned response is a naturally occurring reaction to an unconditioned stimulus without the need for prior learning.