Chapter 7

Question 1

Associative learning

Answer 1

learning that involves forming associations between stimuli.

Question 2

Behaviourism

Answer 2

The systematic study and manipulation of observable behaviour.

Question 3

Behaviour modification

Answer 3

a systematic approach to change behaviour using principles of operant conditioning.

Question 4

Classical Conditioning

Answer 4

A form of associative learning between two previously unrelated stimuli that results in learned response.

Question 5

Conditioning response

Answer 5

A physical response elicited by a conditioned stimulus; it is acquired through experience and is usually the same as the conditioning response.

Question 6

Conditioned Stimulus

Answer 6

A neural stimulus that eventually elicits the same response as an unconditioned stimulus with which it has been paired.

Question 7

Conditioned taste aversion

Answer 7

A form of classical conditioning whereby a previously neutral stimulus (often an odour or taste) elicits an aversive reaction after it’s paired with illness (nausea).

Question 8

Conditioning

Answer 8

The association of events in the environment.

Question 9

Continuous Reinforcements

Answer 9

What occurs when behaviour is reinforced every time it occurs.