#1
Which of the following is NOT an example of a motivating operation (MO)?
Positive reinforcement
ExplanationPositive reinforcement is a consequence, not a MO.
#2
Which term describes a motivating operation that makes a reinforcer more effective?
Establishing operation (EO)
ExplanationEO strengthens reinforcement effectiveness.
#3
Which term describes a motivating operation that makes a reinforcer less effective?
Abolishing operation (AO)
ExplanationAO weakens reinforcement effectiveness.
#4
Which of the following is an example of an unconditioned motivating operation (UMO)?
A person taking a painkiller to alleviate a headache
ExplanationThe painkiller addresses an immediate need.
#5
Which term describes a motivating operation that decreases the reinforcing effectiveness of a stimulus?
Abolishing operation (AO)
ExplanationAO diminishes reinforcement strength.
#6
Which of the following is an example of a conditioned motivating operation (CMO)?
A dog salivating at the sound of a bell
ExplanationThe bell has become associated with food, acting as a CMO.
#7
Which term describes a stimulus that increases the reinforcing effectiveness of a stimulus, object, or event?
Establishing operation (EO)
ExplanationEO enhances the reinforcing value of stimuli.
#8
In behavior analysis, what does an abolishing operation (AO) typically do?
Decrease the reinforcing effectiveness of a stimulus
ExplanationAO diminishes the reinforcing value of stimuli.
#9
Which of the following is an example of an automatic motivating operation?
A person taking a painkiller to alleviate a headache
ExplanationThe painkiller's effect is immediate and automatic.
#10
In behavior analysis, what does a behavior-altering effect refer to regarding motivating operations?
The influence of motivating operations on the rate or probability of behavior
ExplanationMOs impact the likelihood or frequency of behavior.
#11
What is the term for a motivating operation that decreases the reinforcing effectiveness of a stimulus?
Abolishing operation (AO)
ExplanationAO reduces the power of reinforcement.
#12
Which of the following is NOT an example of a conditioned motivating operation (CMO)?
The sight of a stop sign eliciting slowing down a vehicle
ExplanationThis describes a discriminative stimulus, not a CMO.
#13
Which statement best describes the function of a motivating operation (MO)?
It alters the value of a reinforcer or punisher
ExplanationMO modifies the value of reinforcers or punishers.
#14
What distinguishes an establishing operation (EO) from an abolishing operation (AO)?
EO increases the effectiveness of a reinforcer; AO decreases the effectiveness of a reinforcer
ExplanationEO augments reinforcement; AO diminishes reinforcement.
#15
What is the primary function of a conditioned motivating operation (CMO)?
To establish a conditioned reinforcer
ExplanationCMO sets up conditioned reinforcers.
#16
What is the primary distinction between unconditioned motivating operations (UMOs) and conditioned motivating operations (CMOs)?
UMOs involve physiological deprivation or satiation; CMOs involve learned associations
ExplanationUMOs relate to physical needs; CMOs involve learned cues.
#17
In behavior analysis, what term describes a motivating operation that has been established through prior learning experiences?
Conditioned motivating operation (CMO)
ExplanationCMO develops through previous associations.
#18
What is the term for a motivating operation that involves the reduction of a stimulus that increases the reinforcing effectiveness of a stimulus?
Abolishing operation (AO)
ExplanationAO decreases the strength of stimuli that enhance reinforcement.