Skinner would suggest that if you study "extra hard" for your first psychology midterm and earn an "A," for your next psychology midterm, you would
A)continue to study "extra hard."
B)reduce your study time by approximately 25%.
C)reduce your study time by approximately 50%.
D)devote all of your study time to your other courses.

Question

Skinner would suggest that if you study "extra hard" for your first psychology midterm and earn an "A," for your next psychology midterm, you would ​
A)continue to study "extra hard." ​
B)reduce your study time by approximately 25%.
C)reduce your study time by approximately 50%.
D)devote all of your study time to your other courses.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Skinner's theory of operant conditioning suggests that behaviors followed by positive consequences are likely to be repeated. Therefore, if studying "extra hard" leads to an "A," you would likely continue that behavior to achieve similar positive outcomes.

Skinner Would Suggest That If You Study "Extra Hard" for Your