Beatrice shares that when her child gets ready for school without needing significant redirection, they listen to the child's choice of music on the way to school. <br/><br/>What is this an example of?
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✓ Correct answer: D. Operant conditioningOperant conditioning is a type of learning in which behavior is strengthened or weakened based on its consequences. In this scenario, Beatrice is using positive reinforcement by allowing her child to listen to their choice of music when they get ready for school without needing redirection. The desired behavior (getting ready for school without redirection) is being reinforced by a reward (listening to music).<br/><br/>Option A: Modeling is when an individual learns by observing others. In this scenario, Beatrice is not simply modeling behavior for her child to imitate, but rather reinforcing their behavior by allowing them to listen to music.<br/><br/>Option B: Classical conditioning is a type of learning in which a neutral stimulus becomes associated with a stimulus that naturally produces a response. This scenario does not involve the association of two stimuli to create a response.<br/><br/>Option C: Praise is the expression of approval or admiration towards someone's actions or attributes. While praise can be a form of positive reinforcement, in this scenario, it is not the primary reinforcement mechanism at play.
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