In operant conditioning, positive punishment is defined as:
A) rewarding desired behaviors by adding something desirable (e.g., a treat).
B) rewarding desired behaviors by removing something undesirable (e.g., relaxing curfew).
C) reducing undesirable behavior by adding something undesirable (e.g., assigning extra chores).
D) reducing undesirable behavior by removing something desirable (e.g., grounding).
Question 2
There are four options for shaping behavior in operant conditioning. Which of the following is the best definition for positive reinforcement or reward?
A) Rewards desired behaviors by adding something desirable (e.g., a treat)
B) Rewards desired behaviors by removing something undesirable (e.g., relaxing curfew)
C) Reduces undesirable behavior by adding something undesirable (e.g., assigning extra chores)
D) Reduces undesirable behavior by removing something desirable (e.g., grounding)
Behaviors
Pavlov’s Salivary Conditioning Experiment (2 of 2)
Memory for Operant-Conditioned Responses
Interventions to Reduce Disruptive Behaviors
Classical-Conditioning Activity
Operant Conditioning