Author Question: What does the distinction between behavior acquisition and behavior performance refer to, and why is ... (Read 27 times)

MGLQZ · **on:** Jun 21, 2018

What does the distinction between behavior acquisition and behavior performance refer to, and why is it important for observational learning?

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Maslow considered the motive qualities at the bottom of his hierarchy as most integrative.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Dnite · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 21, 2018

Answer to Question 1

People do not always repeat the actions they see others display. Therefore, a great deal is acquired that may never be performed. To know if observational learning will result in behavior, you need to know the person's incentives--what reinforcement or punishment people expect their behavior will engender. Knowledge of reinforcement contingencies influence whether people spontaneously perform behaviors acquired through observation.

Answer to Question 2

F