Question 1

Fill in the empty boxes below.
-Fill in the blank for the diagram of the reinforcement contingency.

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Question 2

Define the following concepts:
-Reinforce Behavior …

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Reinforced behavior refers to a concept ...

Question 3

Fill in the Blank
-Check the assumed reinforcer first
$\bullet$Before spending much time trying to ___________________ behavior,
$\bullet$make sure you have a _________________ _________________.

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Before spending much...

Question 4

Match the following definitions with the terms below. (Not all of the terms will necessarily be used. In fact, some may be fictitious.) 
-___ The don’t say rule

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A)  Before spending much time trying to reinforce behavior, make sure you have a true reinforcer.  
B)  A stimulus that increases the frequency of a response it follows.
C)  Another person (or organism)  provides the reinforcer. 
D)  The response itself automatically produces the reinforcer. 
E)  Reinforce behavior not people.  F) With nonverbal organisms, expects, knows, thinks, figures out, in order to (or so that he, she, or it could) , trying to, makes the connection, associates, learns that, imagines, understands and with any organisms, ... wants.  G) The occasion for a response, the response, and the outcome of the response.

Question 5

Fill in the Blank
-Positive Reinforcer (reinforcer)
$\bullet$A stimulus
$\bullet$that _____________________
$\bullet$the _____________________
$\bullet$of a response it follows

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A positive reinforce...

Question 6

The text (PoB) uses response and behavior almost interchangeably.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Give a brief example of each of the following concepts:
-Check the assumed reinforcer first

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"Check the assumed reinforcer first" is ...

Question 8

Use positive reinforcement contingency correctly in a sentence.

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Positive reinforcement contingency refer...

Question 9

Define the following concepts:
-Check the assumed reinforcer first

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The phrase "Check the assumed reinforcer...

Question 10

Define the following concepts:
-Automatic reinforcement

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Automatic reinforcement refers to a type of reinforcement that occurs when a behavior is strengthened because it is inherently satisfying or rewarding to the individual performing it, without any external reward or consequence being presented by another person. This concept is often discussed within the framework of behavior analysis and is a key principle in understanding how certain behaviors are maintained over time.

In other words, automatic reinforcement happens when the behavior itself provides the reward, and thus increases the likelihood that the behavior will be repeated in the future. This can occur with both positive and negative behaviors. For example, a person might engage in a certain behavior, such as twirling their hair or tapping their foot, because it produces a pleasurable sensory experience or reduces feelings of anxiety. No one else needs to provide a reward or punishment for the behavior; the behavior is maintained because it is reinforcing in and of itself.

Automatic reinforcement is distinct from socially mediated reinforcement, where the reinforcement is provided by another person after the behavior occurs, such as praise, attention, or tangible rewards. Understanding automatic reinforcement is important for developing effective interventions, especially in the field of applied behavior analysis (ABA), to address behaviors that may be problematic or to encourage the development of adaptive behaviors. It is also a consideration in the treatment of certain disorders, such as autism, where individuals might engage in behaviors for self-stimulation that are automatically reinforced.

Question 11

Match the following definitions with the terms below. (Not all of the terms will necessarily be used. In fact, some may be fictitious.) 
-___ Reinforce behavior ...

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A)  Before spending much time trying to reinforce behavior, make sure you have a true reinforcer.  
B)  A stimulus that increases the frequency of a response it follows.
C)  Another person (or organism)  provides the reinforcer. 
D)  The response itself automatically produces the reinforcer. 
E)  Reinforce behavior not people.  F) With nonverbal organisms, expects, knows, thinks, figures out, in order to (or so that he, she, or it could) , trying to, makes the connection, associates, learns that, imagines, understands and with any organisms, ... wants.  G) The occasion for a response, the response, and the outcome of the response.

Question 12

What's wrong with this statement? "When Rudolph presses the lever, immediately reinforce him with water."

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The statement "When Rudolph presses the ...

Question 13

Suppose a child frequently throws temper tantrums in school. According to the text, what might this be a good example of?

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A)   the medical model
B)   the effects of social reinforcers such as attention
C)   passive aggression
D)   borderline bulimia

Question 14

The sleazy, middle-aged man pulled an envelope out of his pocket and slipped it into the hand of the tall, lean, young woman. Then he spoke without looking her in the eye and without removing the cigarette from the corner of his mouth. His left eyebrow twitched as he said, "The odds are 5 to 1 in favor of your team's winning the NCAA volleyball championship. Mr. Big has bet a lot of money on your team's losing. So here's $10,000 for you to throw the game." Is this a good example of reinforcement?

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A)   Absolutely.
B)   Of course not!

Question 15

Match the following definitions with the terms below. (Not all of the terms will necessarily be used. In fact, some may be fictitious.) 
-___ Behavioral contingency

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A)  Before spending much time trying to reinforce behavior, make sure you have a true reinforcer.  
B)  A stimulus that increases the frequency of a response it follows.
C)  Another person (or organism)  provides the reinforcer. 
D)  The response itself automatically produces the reinforcer. 
E)  Reinforce behavior not people.  F) With nonverbal organisms, expects, knows, thinks, figures out, in order to (or so that he, she, or it could) , trying to, makes the connection, associates, learns that, imagines, understands and with any organisms, ... wants.  G) The occasion for a response, the response, and the outcome of the response.

Question 16

Though something is a reinforcer for one person, it might not be a reinforcer for another person.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Rudolph presses the lever, because he thinks it will get him some water.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Match the following definitions with the terms below. (Not all of the terms will necessarily be used. In fact, some may be fictitious.) 
-___ Automatic Reinforcement

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A)  Before spending much time trying to reinforce behavior, make sure you have a true reinforcer.  
B)  A stimulus that increases the frequency of a response it follows.
C)  Another person (or organism)  provides the reinforcer. 
D)  The response itself automatically produces the reinforcer. 
E)  Reinforce behavior not people.  F) With nonverbal organisms, expects, knows, thinks, figures out, in order to (or so that he, she, or it could) , trying to, makes the connection, associates, learns that, imagines, understands and with any organisms, ... wants.  G) The occasion for a response, the response, and the outcome of the response.

Question 19

Rudolph presses the lever, because he wants some water.

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A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 20

Rudolph presses the lever, because he associates that response with water.

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A) True 
 B)False

Exam 6: Positive Reinforcement

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Fill in the Blank -Positive Reinforcer (reinforcer) $\bullet$ A stimulus $\bullet$ that _ $\bullet$ the _ $\bullet$ of a response it follows

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Though something is a reinforcer for one person, it might not be a reinforcer for another person.

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Rudolph presses the lever, because he thinks it will get him some water.

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