operant conditioning
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A type of learning in which behavior is shaped by its consequences, becoming more or less frequent depending on whether it is rewarded or punished.
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Which word fits the gap? "The trainer used _____, rewarding the dog with a treat every time it sat on command."
Answer: operant conditioning
In your own words, what does "operant conditioning" mean?
A type of learning in which behavior is shaped by its consequences, becoming more or less frequent depending on whether it is rewarded or punished.
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