According to Skinner, __________ Discourages a Behavior by Making the Removal

question 46

Multiple Choice

According to Skinner, __________ discourages a behavior by making the removal of a desirable consequence contingent on its occurrence.

• A) negative reinforcement
• B) punishment
• C) positive reinforcement
• D) extinction

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Definitions:

Robert Axelrod

An American political scientist known for his interdisciplinary work on the evolution of cooperation.

Prisoner's Dilemma Game

The Prisoner's Dilemma Game is a standard example of a game analyzed in game theory that shows why two completely rational individuals might not cooperate, even if it appears that it is in their best interest to do so.

Modeling Helpful Behavior

Demonstrating actions that are beneficial or supportive to others, which can serve as a guide for behavior.

Live Model

In learning and behavior theory, refers to an actual person demonstrating or modeling a behavior that is being learned by an observer.