Operant Conditioning Quiz Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
Learning is more efficient under immediate other than delayed consequences
A
Timing
2
Q
The process of rewarding successive approximation of the desired behavior
A
Shaping
3
Q
Innately satisfying. Chocolate, pat on the back, etc.
A
Primary reinforcement
4
Q
Requires positive value through experience (ex. Grades, money, etc)
A
Secondary reinforcement
5
Q
Reinforcement is given after a fixed number of responses
A
Fixed ratio
6
Q
Reinforcement is given after a variable number of responses. (Ex. Fishing, slot machines, etc.)
A
Variable ratio
7
Q
Reinforcement is given the first response after the fixed time has elapsed (Ex. Pay checks, pain medicine button, etc.)
A
Fixed interval
8
Q
Reinforcement is given a fixed variable period of time
A
Variable interval
