Question

In a replication of the "bobo doll" study conducted by bandura, ross, and ross (1961), children observe an adult model behave aggressively toward a doll. the children then observe another adult tell the model, "good job!" the model received _____ reinforcement for behaving aggressively.

Answer 1

The correct answer is positive reinforcement.

Positive reinforcement refers to the process wherein behaviors followed by a reward or positive consequence (such as praise or encouragement) are more likely to be repeated in future instances. In this example, when the adult model was praised by another adult, it follows that he or she is likely to continue being aggressive towards the doll on future occasions.