Which of the following describes the main difference between observational learning and operant conditioning?
A)Observational learning uses punishment and reinforcement of models to condition the behaviours of observers as compared with operant conditioning,which is learning controlled by the consequences of one's own behaviour.
B)Observational learning uses mainly punishment to condition behaviour as compared with operant conditioning,which uses both reinforcement and punishment.
C)Observational learning uses different schedules of punishment and reinforcement to condition behaviours as compared with operant conditioning.
D)Observational learning uses mainly reinforcement to condition behaviour as compared with operant conditioning,which uses both reinforcement and punishment.

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Observational learning involves learning by observing the behavior of others and their consequences, whereas operant conditioning involves learning by the consequences of one's own behavior. In observational learning, the models provide the punishment and reinforcement for the observers, as compared to operant conditioning where an individual's own behavior leads to either reinforcement or punishment.

Which of the Following Describes the Main Difference Between Observational