6. Learning

The Law of Effect states:

In operant conditioning, modifications to reinforcement and punishment can influence behavior. Which of the following modifications to reinforcement would increase the likelihood of a behavior occurring again?

I. Reinforcing the behavior as quickly as possible after it occurs.

II. Providing a reward that is appropriate and desirable for the organism.

III. Punishing a desired behavior consistently.

True or False: if false, choose the answer that best corrects the statement.

In ratio-based reinforcement schedules, rewards are given at regular time intervals.

Jerome completes a very demanding project at work, and his boss rewards him with a modest bonus on his next paycheck. This is an example of...

In a laboratory experiment, mice who fail to pull a lever when cued are given a mild electric shock. This is an example of...

Which of the following is NOT a primary reinforcer?