PurComm Quiz

The Theory that asserts that all behaviors are learned through interactions in the environment.

Which concept is central to B.F. Skinner’s conditioning?

• Classical conditioning

• Behavior shaped by rewards and punishments

• Innate behaviors

• Unconscious desires

Which theory argues that certain behaviors or traits are biologically programmed from birth?

Which type of punishment involves removing a desirable stimulus to reduce a behavior?

• Positive punishment

• Negative reinforcement

• Negative punishment

• Positive reinforcement

Which of the following best defines positive reinforcement?

• Removing a stimulus to increase a behavior

• Adding a stimulus to increase a behavior

• Adding a stimulus to decrease a behavior

• Removing a stimulus to decrease a behavior

Which two concepts are central to Noam Chomsky's theory of language acquisition?

• Critical Period Hypothesis

• Classical conditioning

• Language Acquisition Device (LAD)

• Operant conditioning

Examples of Environment Influences that may affect a person growing up.