If a pigeon is allowed to peck at the switch in order to receive food whenever it chooses, this is an example of which type of paradigm?
A) learning
B) free-operant
C) operational conditioning
D) discrete trial

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The free-operant paradigm allows an animal to operate an apparatus (like pecking a switch) freely to obtain reinforcement (such as food), without being restricted to a specific number of responses or a specific time frame. This contrasts with discrete trials, where the opportunity to respond is limited to specific periods.

If a Pigeon Is Allowed to Peck at the Switch