PSYC2050 Lecture 1

What is the fundamental process in living animals that involves a change in behavior due to experience?

• Instinct

• Learning

• Reflex

• Imitation

Who is associated with Classical Conditioning?

• B.F. Skinner

• John Watson

• Ivan Pavlov

• Albert Bandura

Which of the following is a feature of habituation?

• Increased response to a novel stimulus

• Decreased response to a repeated stimulus

• Immediate response to danger

• Constant vigilance

What does the term "behavior potential" refer to?

• The ability to learn new skills

• The change in behavior due to repeated practice

• The innate ability to respond to stimuli

• The potential for emotional growth

What happens to the stimulus after prolonged exposure in habituation?

• It becomes more significant

• It is no longer novel

• It causes a stronger response

• It is ignored completely

What is the result of habituation in terms of response to stimuli?

• Increased sensitivity

• Decreased sensitivity

• Immediate reaction

• Constant alertness

What is the role of sensory systems in learning?

• To mediate experiences

• To create new behaviors

• To eliminate old habits

• To enhance instincts

What is the primary focus of the behavioral approach to learning?

• Observing internal processes

• Observing external behaviors

• Observing emotional responses

• Observing instinctual actions

What is the primary focus of cognitive psychology?

• Observable behavior

• Internal mental processes

• Biological functions

• Emotional responses

Which model did developments in artificial intelligence and computer science introduce?

• Behavioral model

• Information-processing model

• Psychoanalytic model

• Humanistic model