The Science of Psychology: An Appreciative View, 1st Edition (King)

Chapter 7: Learning

True or False

1
Classical conditioning researchers believe that the contingency between a conditioned stimulus and an unconditioned stimulus should be of a very short time interval.
A)True
B)False
2
Classical conditioning is a form of observational learning.
A)True
B)False
3
Sex is a secondary reinforcer.
A)True
B)False
4
Variable-interval schedules produce the highest, steadiest rates of behavior.
A)True
B)False
5
Research on operant conditioning would suggest that spanking is the most effective way to decrease children’s unwanted behavior.
A)True
B)False
6
Culture plays an important role in learning.
A)True
B)False
7
Classical conditioning operates on automatic reflexes.
A)True
B)False
8
Predictable reinforcements are less stressful than unpredictable reinforcements.
A)True
B)False
9
Primary reinforcers do not require prior experience to be reinforcing.
A)True
B)False
10
Ratio schedules of reinforcement are based on the length of time that passes between a behavior and a reinforcer.
A)True
B)False
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