Child Psychology - Qp12 | Attempts: 2894 - Quiz, Trivia & Questions

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What does UCS stand for in the context of Pavlov's experiment?

Ulterior Creation State
Unconditional Case Status
Unconditioned Stimulus

Correct Answer

A. Unconditioned Stimulus

Explanation

UCS stands for Unconditioned Stimulus in the context of Pavlov's experiment. In classical conditioning, the UCS refers to a stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a response without any prior learning. It is an important concept in Pavlov's experiment, where the UCS is typically a biologically significant stimulus, such as food or pain, that elicits a reflexive response, like salivation or flinching. The UCS is paired with a neutral stimulus, which eventually becomes a conditioned stimulus (CS) that can elicit the same response after being associated with the UCS through repeated pairings.

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In Pavlov's experiment investigating the salivary reflex in dogs, he referred to the buzzer as the conditioned stimulus.

True
False

Correct Answer

A. True

Explanation

In Pavlov's experiment, he paired the sound of a buzzer with the presentation of food to the dogs. Over time, the dogs began to associate the sound of the buzzer with the food, causing them to salivate even when the food was not present. This demonstrates classical conditioning, where the buzzer became a conditioned stimulus that elicited a conditioned response (salivation) in the dogs. Therefore, the correct answer is true.

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Thorndike proposed the Law of effect.

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False

Correct Answer

A. True

Explanation

Thorndike proposed the Law of Effect, which states that behaviors that are followed by positive consequences are more likely to be repeated, while behaviors followed by negative consequences are less likely to be repeated. This law is a fundamental principle in the field of psychology and has been widely studied and supported by research. Therefore, the given answer "True" is correct.

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According to Bandura's research, children are more likely to imitate models who: (Select 2)

Are of a different ethnic origin
Are similar to themselves rather than dissimilar ones
Possess strength or power or possessions than those who do not
Talk quickly or in an unusual voice

Correct Answer(s)

A. Are similar to themselves rather than dissimilar ones
A. Possess strength or power or possessions than those who do not

Explanation

Bandura's research suggests that children are more likely to imitate models who are similar to themselves rather than those who are dissimilar. This is because children tend to identify more with individuals who are similar to them in terms of characteristics, interests, and behaviors. Additionally, Bandura found that children are also more likely to imitate models who possess strength, power, or possessions, as these qualities are often associated with success and influence.

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It is not possible to classically condition human behaviour.

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False

Correct Answer

A. False

Explanation

Classical conditioning is a type of learning in which a stimulus is paired with a response to create a learned association. This type of conditioning has been proven to be effective in influencing human behavior. For example, Pavlov's famous experiment with dogs demonstrated that by pairing a bell with food, the dogs learned to associate the bell with the expectation of food and would salivate at the sound of the bell alone. Therefore, it is possible to classically condition human behavior, making the given answer "False" correct.

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If the unconditioned response ceases, it is known as extinction.

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False

Correct Answer

A. False

Explanation

If the unconditioned response ceases, it is not known as extinction. Extinction refers to the gradual disappearance of a conditioned response when the conditioned stimulus is repeatedly presented without the unconditioned stimulus. In this case, if the unconditioned response ceases, it would not lead to extinction, but rather a lack of response altogether.

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Child Psychology - Qp12

What term did Skinner use to describe whatever was used to increase the probability of the preceding action being repeated?

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What does UCS stand for in the context of Pavlov's experiment?

In Pavlov's experiment investigating the salivary reflex in dogs, he referred to the buzzer as the conditioned stimulus.

Thorndike proposed the Law of effect.

According to Bandura's research, children are more likely to imitate models who: (Select 2)

It is not possible to classically condition human behaviour.

If the unconditioned response ceases, it is known as extinction.