Question
Pigeon box in the operant conditioning was used by ________.
The correct answer is
Skinner
B.F. Skinner developed the theory of operant conditioning and used specially designed apparatus, including a pigeon box fitted with a key that pigeons pecked to receive grain reinforcement, to study how behaviour is shaped by its consequences. This makes Skinner the correct answer.
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Important Questions from Theories & Concepts of Behaviorism
- Which of the following are innate behaviours :
(a) Reflexes
(b) Taxes
(c) Fixed Action Patterns
(d) Genotype
Codes : - Which of the following is not a practice of a behaviouristic teacher?
- Kiran was a very reluctant kid who never followed any instructions. With all patience the teacher rewarded his every small behaviour indicating willingness and changed his behaviour so that he participates enthusiastically. Teacher here used the technique of
- Identify among the following the contribution of behaviourism
A) Objective observation
B) Introspection
C) Role of environment in shaping behaviour
D) Use of reinforcement and rewards
Choose the correct answer: Reinforcement schedules affect:
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