Multiple Choice
In the context of classical conditioning, which two stimuli did John B. Watson associate in his infamous 'Little Albert' experiment?
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6. Learning
Classical Conditioning
Multiple Choice
Which of the following is an example of a primary reinforcer in classical conditioning?
A
Food
B
Praise
C
Money
D
A gold star sticker
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Understand the concept of a primary reinforcer: In psychology, a primary reinforcer is a stimulus that is naturally reinforcing because it satisfies a biological need, such as food, water, or warmth.
Recognize that primary reinforcers do not require any learning or conditioning to be effective; they are inherently valuable to the organism.
Identify the options given: Food, Praise, Money, and A gold star sticker.
Evaluate each option to see if it satisfies a biological need directly (primary reinforcer) or if it gains value through learning and association (secondary reinforcer).
Conclude that 'Food' is the primary reinforcer because it directly satisfies a biological need, whereas Praise, Money, and a gold star sticker are secondary reinforcers as they acquire their reinforcing properties through learned associations.
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