learning theories past paper questions

Question 1

2017
Classical conditioning uses many terms to explain the acquisition of behaviour.
Define the terms ‘unconditioned response (UCR)’ and ‘extinction’.
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Unconditioned response (UCR)

Extinction

Question 2

2017
There are many pieces of research that have used animals within psychology.
Explain the practical issues of using animals in psychological research.
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Question 3

2017
You and a friend are undertaking an observation to see how many people in a
supermarket help you to reach something on the top shelf.
Describe how you would carry out the observation in the supermarket.
(3)

Question 4

2017
Learning theories have been used to explain key questions of relevance to today’s
society.
Discuss the key question for society you have studied using concepts, theories and/or
research from learning theories.
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Key question