Practice Operant/Instrumental Conditioning - 5.5 | 5. Learning | CBSE 11 Psychology
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Question 1

Easy

What is the term for behaviors that are under an organism's control?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the word that describes voluntary actions.

Question 2

Easy

Who first studied operant conditioning?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember the famous psychologist associated with behaviorism.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What does operant conditioning involve?

  • Reinforcement of involuntary responses
  • Learning through voluntary actions
  • Avoidance of punishment

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the key term 'operant' in your answer.

Question 2

True or False: The Skinner Box is used to demonstrate classical conditioning.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember the difference between classical and operant conditioning.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design an experimental study using the Skinner Box to test different reinforcement schedules (fixed vs variable) on rats. How would you measure learning?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Focus on how inconsistency in reward might affect behavior.

Question 2

Critically evaluate a real-life application of operant conditioning in educational settings. What strategies might be employed and why?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider various reward systems used in classrooms.

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