5.10-5.12 cognitive learning theory

Question 1

In Tolman’s maze study, the fact that the group of rats receiving reinforcement only after Day 10 of the study solved the maze far more quickly than did the rats who had been reinforced from the first day can be interpreted to mean that these particular rats __________.

Answer 1

had alr learned the maze in the first 9 days

Question 2

Riley’s parents have decided to take a 3-week trip to Europe. Consequently, Riley’s mother will not be able to make her famous pies for the upcoming bake sale. When her mother encourages Riley to bake the pies herself, Riley panics at first, but then she finds that she knows how to put the recipe together. Her ability to prepare the recipe is an example of __________.

Answer 2

latent learning

Question 3

which theory is commonly referred to as the “aha!” phenomenon?

Answer 3

köhler’s insight theory

Question 4

Research by Steven Maier suggests that learned helplessness may be due to a higher-level region of the brain known as the __________, which helps subjects determine what is controllable.

Answer 4

ventromedial prefrontal cortex (vmPFC)