Asked by
Lizzy Dalise
on Dec 24, 2024Verified
At the National Zoological Park in Washington, D.C., a polar bear suffered a broken tooth, and keepers needed a safe way of treating the problem. The bear was rewarded first for sticking its nose through a slot in the cage door, then for allowing a keeper to lift its lip and touch its teeth. Finally, a veterinarian was able to treat the damaged tooth while the bear waited placidly for its familiar reward. This is an example of _______.
A) modeling
B) shaping
C) negative reinforcement
D) secondary learning
Shaping
A method in behaviorism used to train or teach new behaviors by successively rewarding closer approximations to the desired behavior.
National Zoological Park
A government-operated zoo located in Washington D.C., focused on wildlife conservation, education and providing a home for animals from around the world.
Polar Bear
The polar bear is a large bear species native to the Arctic region, characterized by its white fur, which is used as camouflage in its snow and ice-covered habitat, and primarily feeds on seals.
- Understand the process of shaping behavior through successive approximations.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the process of shaping behavior through successive approximations.