Classical conditioning: Practice Questions

Which therapy, based on the principles of Classical Conditioning, involves creating a hierarchy of fear and using relaxation techniques to treat phobias?

During a practical investigation using event sampling in an observation, how is data collected?

According to Social Learning Theory, which of the following is the correct order for the four mediational processes involved in imitation?

In a study investigating learned behaviour, a researcher calculates a chi-squared test. Which of the following is a requirement for using this specific inferential test?

In the study by Watson and Rayner (1920), what was the Unconditioned Stimulus (UCS) used to produce a fear response in Little Albert?

Define the term vicarious reinforcement as it is used within Social Learning Theory to explain how behavior is learned.

A young child named Leo is taken to the doctor for a vaccination. Initially, Leo is not afraid of the doctor (Neutral Stimulus). However, the needle prick (Unconditioned Stimulus) causes him pain and distress (Unconditioned Response). After several visits, Leo begins to cry as soon as he sees the doctor's white coat.

Identify the Conditioned Stimulus (CS) and the Conditioned Response (CR) in this scenario and explain the process of extinction in classical conditioning.

Bandura's Social Learning Theory (SLT) proposes that behavior is learned through observation and imitation.

Identify and explain the four meditational processes that must occur for a child to successfully imitate a model's behavior.