AP PSYCHOLOGY

LEARNING

BIOLOGY COGNITION AND LEARNING

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A student does a good job on math problems for homework, and the teacher awards a sticker. This demonstrates the use of
A
conditioning
B
Reinforcement
C
Spontaneous recovery
D
stimulus
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -There are four types of reinforcement: positive reinforcement, negative reinforcement, extinction, and punishment.

Detailed explanation-2: -Positive reinforcement is most effective when it occurs immediately after the behavior. Reinforcement should be presented enthusiastically and should occur frequently. Deliver reinforcement quickly.

Detailed explanation-3: -Understanding Reinforcement For example, reinforcement might involve presenting praise (a reinforcer) immediately after a child puts away their toys (the response). By reinforcing the desired behavior with praise, the child will be more likely to perform the same action again in the future.

Detailed explanation-4: -There are four types of positive reinforcers: natural, tangible, social, and token. Positive reinforcement can be delivered in experiments as part of a partial fixed schedule.

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