This theory states that behaviors that lead to satisfactory affairs are “stamped in”
What is the Law of Effect
100
If I spank my child when they bite their brother, I would be using what type of contingency?
What is positive punishment
100
According to this theory of reinforcement, I can use a high-probability behavior to reinforce a low-probability behavior.
What is the Premack Principle
100
During an extinction procedure, a rat may start to push the lever faster and with more intensity. This is known as what?
What is extinction burst
100
Constantly worrying about whether you turned off the coffee maker before you left your apartment is an example a(n)
What is an obsession
200
These types of stimuli signal when present responses are reinforced and when they are absent behaviors are not reinforced
What is discriminative stimuli
200
If I gave you each a piece of chocolate for a correct answer while playing jeopardy, I would be using what type of contingency?
What is positive reinforcement
200
This type of schedule is really useful for training new behaviors
What is a continuous reinforcement schedule
200
This is the most important factor influencing resistance to extinction
What is the schedule of reinforcement
200
This principle of reinforcement seems to maintain phobias
What is negative reinforcement
300
These types of reinforcers do not require special training in order for them to be reinforcing
What is a primary reinforcer
300
If I cancel our next exam because you have all been reading your textbook, I would be using what contingency?
What is negative reinforcement
300
If you buy 5 coffees and get 1 free, you’re being reinforced on what kind of schedule?
What is a fixed ratio schedule
300
For weeks my child has stopped all tantrum behavior, so it appears the behavior has been extinguished. However, my child randomly throws a tantrum in the grocery store. This is an example of what?
What is spontaneous recovery
300
Experimental neurosis seems similar to the human psychological disorder known as
What is PTSD
400
If I find hiking to be satisfying/enjoyable, than hiking is what type of reinforcement for me?
What is intrinsic reinforcement
400
My daughter has not done her homework for a week, so she has lost the privilege of using her Kindle. This is an example of what contingency?
What is negative punishment
400
As you get better at writing APA papers, we increase our expectations. What type of schedule of reinforcement does this illustrate?
What is an adjusting schedule
400
Tommy always argues with his peers. If I start reinforcing Tommy for only being cooperative with his peers. In this example, I would be using what type of reinforcement?
What is Differential Reinforcement of Incompatible Behavior
400
What is an accepted and effective treatment for OCD?
What is Exposure and Response Prevention
500
If I want to teach my cat the complex behavior of using the toilet, I might use what type of procedure?
What is shaping
500
This contingency is often far more effective for modifying behavior.
What is positive reinforcement
500
If you allow yourself to watch your favorite movie on Netflix after you study for a period of 3 hours, you have set up what schedule of reinforcement?
What is fixed duration
500
Tommy’s roommates have stopped paying attention to him. So, he has decided to move back in with his parents. What side of effect of extinction does this example illustrate?
What is Resurgence
500
According to the Premack approach to punishment, a(n) ___ behavior can be used to punish a(n) _____ behavior