Operant Conditioning Practice

Operant Conditioning Practice

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Science

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is Positive Reinforcement?

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Positive Reinforcement is a concept in operant conditioning where a behavior is followed by a rewarding stimulus, increasing the likelihood of that behavior being repeated. Example: Giving a dog a treat for sitting.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Negative Reinforcement?

Back

Negative Reinforcement is a concept in operant conditioning where a behavior is followed by the removal of an unpleasant stimulus, increasing the likelihood of that behavior being repeated. Example: Taking painkillers to relieve pain.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Positive Punishment?

Back

Positive Punishment is a concept in operant conditioning where an unpleasant stimulus is added following a behavior, decreasing the likelihood of that behavior being repeated. Example: Receiving a shock for answering a question incorrectly.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Negative Punishment?

Back

Negative Punishment is a concept in operant conditioning where a pleasant stimulus is removed following a behavior, decreasing the likelihood of that behavior being repeated. Example: Losing privileges for misbehavior.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of consequences in operant conditioning?

Back

Consequences are outcomes that follow a behavior and can either reinforce or punish that behavior, influencing its future occurrence.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of Positive Reinforcement in everyday life?

Back

An example of Positive Reinforcement is a student receiving praise from a teacher for completing homework on time.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of Negative Reinforcement in everyday life?

Back

An example of Negative Reinforcement is fastening a seatbelt to stop the car from beeping.

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