ITP - LEARNING

Which of the following is NOT a type of learning?

• Classical conditioning

• Operant conditioning

• Observational learning

• Cognitive learning

Answer explanation

Cognitive learning is not a type of learning but rather a type of thinking that involves mental processes such as problem-solving, perception, and memory.

What is the process of acquiring new information and experiences called?

• memory

• learning

• perception

• cognition

What is the term used to describe the process of learning by association?

• Operant conditioning

• Classical conditioning

• Observational learning

• Insight learning

Which of the following is an example of positive reinforcement?

• A child is scolded for misbehaving in public

• A student is given detention for not turning in their homework

• A dog is given a treat for performing a trick

• An employee is fired for being late to work

Answer explanation

Positive reinforcement involves adding a desirable stimulus to increase the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.

Which of the following is an example of negative reinforcement?

• A child is scolded for misbehaving in public

• A student is given detention for not turning in their homework

• A dog is given a treat for performing a trick

• A driver puts on their seatbelt to turn off the annoying beeping sound

Answer explanation

Negative reinforcement involves removing an aversive stimulus to increase the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.

What is the term used to describe the process of learning by watching others?

• Operant conditioning

• Classical conditioning

• Observational learning

• Insight learning

Which of the following is an example of punishment?

• A child is scolded for misbehaving in public

• A student is given detention for not turning in their homework

• A dog is given a treat for performing a trick

• An employee is fired for being late to work

Answer explanation

Punishment involves adding an aversive stimulus to decrease the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.

The process of learning by pairing a neutral stimulus with a stimulus that naturally produces a response is known as __________.

The process of learning through the consequences of behavior is known as __________.

The concept of __________ refers to the tendency to respond differently to stimuli that are similar but not identical.