Question

3. Identify the elements of classical conditioning (unconditioned stimulus, unconditioned response, conditioned stimulus, conditioned response) based on the behavior below.

Dorsey got a speeding ticket on her way to class, which made her feel anxious. Now when she sees a police car she immediately feels anxious.

4. Which type of operant conditioning (reinforcement or punishment, positive or negative) is described in the scenario below?

When I sit too long in one position my watch sends a light electric shock to my wrist.

5. Which type of operant conditioning (reinforcement or punishment, positive or negative) is described in the scenario below?

Whenever I feel stressed I talk to a friend and I feel less stressed.

Answer 1

1. Speeding Ticket – Unconditional Stimulus,
Anxiety – Unconditional Response
Police cars – Conditional stimulus
Anxiety - Conditional response

2. Punishment
Punishment is administered in order to remove an undesired behavior. In this case, the watch administers an electric shock in order prevent from sitting for too long in a particular position.

3. Positive Reinforcement
When one achieves a favorable result after an action, it’s called positive reinforcement. Here, the person feels better after talking to his friend.