Question

All of the following are examples of primary reinforcers except a large meal following an extended time without food. rat's food reward in a Skinner box. cold drink on a hot day. high score on an exam for which a student studied diligently. hug from a loved one.

Answer 1

Answer:

high score on an exam for which a student studied diligently.

Explanation:

Operant conditioning can be defined as an associative learning process which involves reinforcing the strength of a behavior.

A reinforcement of a desired behavior involves the process of strengthening a positive behavior being exhibited by an individual through the use of stimulus. Thus, making the behavior to be exhibited in the future by the individual.

Primary reinforcers can be defined as all of the stimulus that are significant biologically to the growth and development of a living organism. Some examples are sleep, food, sex, shelter, water, safety etc.

All of the following are examples of primary reinforcers;

I. A large meal following an extended time without food.

II. Rat's food reward in a Skinner box.

III. Cold drink on a hot day.

IV. Hug from a loved one.