Unit 4 - Learning & Behaviorism

Unit 4 - Learning & Behaviorism

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Unit 4 - Learning & Behaviorism

Unit 4 - Learning & Behaviorism

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

What is the main focus of behaviorism in psychology?

Studying mental processes

Analyzing dreams and unconscious thoughts

Examining observable behavior

Investigating genetic influences on personality

Answer explanation

The main focus of behaviorism in psychology is on examining observable behavior, rather than internal mental processes, dreams, or genetic influences. This approach emphasizes measurable actions as the basis for understanding behavior.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

How long does it typically take to form a habit?

21 days

45 days

66 days

90 days

Answer explanation

Research indicates that it takes an average of 66 days to form a new habit. While the popular notion of 21 days is common, studies show that the actual time can vary, with 66 days being a more accurate estimate.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

Which type of learning involves anticipating events based on associated stimuli?

Operant conditioning

Observational learning

Classical conditioning

Cognitive learning

Answer explanation

Classical conditioning involves learning to anticipate events by associating a neutral stimulus with an unconditioned stimulus, leading to a conditioned response. This is distinct from the other types of learning listed.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

Who is credited with pioneering classical conditioning?

B.F. Skinner

John B. Watson

Albert Bandura

Ivan Pavlov

Answer explanation

Ivan Pavlov is credited with pioneering classical conditioning through his experiments with dogs, demonstrating how a neutral stimulus can elicit a conditioned response when paired with an unconditioned stimulus.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

In Pavlov's experiment, what was the unconditioned stimulus?

The bell

The dog's salivation

The food

The laboratory environment

Answer explanation

In Pavlov's experiment, the unconditioned stimulus is the food, as it naturally triggers a response (salivation) without prior conditioning. The bell is a conditioned stimulus, while the dog's salivation is the conditioned response.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

What is the term for a stimulus that elicits no response before conditioning?

Unconditioned stimulus

Conditioned stimulus

Neutral stimulus

Conditioned response

Answer explanation

The term 'neutral stimulus' refers to a stimulus that does not elicit any response before conditioning occurs. It becomes significant only after being paired with an unconditioned stimulus.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

Who conducted the 'Baby Albert' experiments?

Ivan Pavlov

John B. Watson

B.F. Skinner

Albert Bandura

Answer explanation

The 'Baby Albert' experiments were conducted by John B. Watson, who, along with his assistant Rosalie Rayner, demonstrated classical conditioning by conditioning a child to fear a white rat.

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