On a visit to Sea Spectacular, an outdoor aquarium, your nephew notices that each time a dolphin performs a trick it is rewarded with a fish. You have read the brochure that explains that the dolphins are trained this way to ensure that they will continue to perform the tricks for several performances each day. This is an example of:

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This is an example of operant conditioning, where the dolphin's behavior (performing a trick) is reinforced with a reward (a fish), encouraging the behavior to be repeated. Operant conditioning involves learning through the consequences of behavior, in this case, positive reinforcement.

On a Visit to Sea Spectacular, an Outdoor Aquarium, Your