Multiple Choice
In a bar-pressing operant conditioning situation, Dr. Smith has defined a light as an SD. During the experiment, whenever the light comes on, what should the participant (a rat) do?
A) press the bar to discontinue a punisher
B) press the bar to get a reinforcer
C) do not press the bar, since bar-pressing will lead to a punishment
D) do not press the bar, since bar-pressing will not lead to a reinforcer
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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