Asked by Sabrina Renee on Jun 10, 2024

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Paul is trying to train his puppy, Cupcake. He yells "Bad dog!" whenever Cupcake fails to do what he wants. Paul seems to be using ____.

A) operant conditioning
B) classical conditioning
C) social learning
D) attitude polarization

Operant Conditioning

A process of learning in which a behavior's force is altered through positive reinforcement or penalties.

Classical Conditioning

A learning process that occurs through associations between an environmental stimulus and a naturally occurring stimulus.

Social Learning

A type of learning in which people are more likely to imitate behaviors if they have seen others rewarded for performing them, and less likely to imitate behaviors if they have seen others punished for performing them.

  • Learning about operant conditioning and its application in various settings.
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MAYBE JUST A LITTLE POWDERED SUGARJun 11, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Paul is using operant conditioning, which involves modifying behavior through the use of consequences such as rewards or punishments. In this case, saying "Bad dog!" acts as a form of punishment when Cupcake fails to perform a desired behavior.