Operant Conditioning Flashcards
1
Q
What is operant conditioning?
A
Leaning that takes place because of the consequences of learning.
2
Q
Define positive reinforcement
A
A reward or pleasant consequence that increases the likelihood that a behaviour or action will be repeated.
3
Q
Define negative reinforcement
A
An unpleasant experience is removed after a behaviour or action has been made.
4
Q
Define punishment
A
A stimulus that weakens behaviour because it is unpleasant and we try to avoid it.
5
Q
What type of reinforcement is this?
Giving a dog a treat for doing a trick.
A
Positive reinforcement
6
Q
Which type of reinforcement is this?
Leaving the house early to avoid traffic.
A
Negative reinforcement
