#1
Which of the following is an example of continuous reinforcement schedule?
Rewarding a behavior every time it occurs
ExplanationContinuous reinforcement involves rewarding a behavior every time it occurs.
#2
What is reinforcement scheduling in the context of learning?
A strategy for strengthening desired behavior through rewards
ExplanationReinforcement scheduling involves using rewards to strengthen desired behaviors.
#3
What is the purpose of intermittent reinforcement schedules?
To maintain and strengthen a behavior over time
ExplanationIntermittent reinforcement schedules are designed to maintain and strengthen behaviors over time.
#4
What is the primary goal of reinforcement scheduling in behaviorism?
To strengthen desired behaviors and promote learning
ExplanationThe primary goal of reinforcement scheduling in behaviorism is to strengthen desired behaviors and promote learning.
#5
Which reinforcement schedule is most resistant to extinction?
Variable-ratio
ExplanationVariable-ratio reinforcement schedule is the most resistant to extinction.
#6
What is the term for the reoccurrence of a previously extinguished behavior after a delay?
Spontaneous recovery
ExplanationSpontaneous recovery is the reoccurrence of a previously extinguished behavior after a delay.
#7
In operant conditioning, what is the term for the sudden and temporary decrease in the frequency of a behavior?
Spontaneous recovery
ExplanationSpontaneous recovery refers to the sudden and temporary decrease in the frequency of a behavior.
#8
What is the key difference between fixed-ratio and variable-ratio reinforcement schedules?
Fixed-ratio involves a consistent number of responses, while variable-ratio varies the number of responses required for reinforcement.
ExplanationFixed-ratio reinforcement schedules require a consistent number of responses, while variable-ratio schedules vary the number of responses required for reinforcement.
#9
In operant conditioning, what does the term 'shaping' refer to?
Gradually refining and molding a desired behavior by reinforcing successive approximations of it.
Explanation'Shaping' in operant conditioning refers to gradually refining and molding a desired behavior by reinforcing successive approximations of it.
#10
What is the concept of 'chaining' in reinforcement scheduling?
Linking multiple behaviors together to form a sequence.
ExplanationChaining in reinforcement scheduling involves linking multiple behaviors together to form a sequence.
#11
What is the term for the process of gradually reducing the frequency of reinforcement to extinguish a behavior?
Fading
ExplanationFading is the process of gradually reducing the frequency of reinforcement to extinguish a behavior.