Voluntary behaviors that become more frequent when followed by reinforcers are called

A) associative behaviors.
B) respondent behaviors.
C) operant behaviors.
D) unconditioned responses.

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Voluntary behaviors that become more frequent when followed by reinforcers are calledA)  associative behaviors.B)  respondent behaviors.C)  operant behaviors.D)  unconditioned responses.

jessica farmer · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  The key words in the question are voluntary behaviors and reinforcers, which are terms associated with operant conditioning. Operant behaviors are those that are voluntarily emitted by an individual, and they can be strengthened or weakened by the consequences that follow them, such as reinforcers or punishers. Associative behaviors can refer to both operant and classical conditioning, but the question is specifically asking about voluntary behaviors. Respondent behaviors are those that are elicited by a particular stimulus, such as a reflex, and are not voluntary. Unconditioned responses are also not voluntary and are typically reflexive.

Voluntary behaviors that become more frequent when followed by reinforcers are called

A) associative behaviors.
B) respondent behaviors.
C) operant behaviors.
D) unconditioned responses.

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