Question

On average, students in science Group A ask for assistance 8–12 times per 20-minute period. The teacher wants to decrease this behavior. She tells the group that if they are able to complete their 20-minute lab assignment with no more than three requests for assistance, they will receive 5 bonus points for their work. This is an example ofa. Differential reinforcement of low rates of behaviorb. Differential reinforcement of other behaviorsc. Differential reinforcement of incompatible behaviorsd. Noncontingent reinforcemen

Answer 1

Answer: a. Differential reinforcement of low rates of behavior

Explanation: Differential Reinforcement is a method that aims to exchange undesirable behavior with appropriate behavior. It reinforces the desired behavior just as the teacher here promises the students bonus point for a reduced rate of the undesirable behavior.

If she reinforces a different behavior, for instance, promising bonus points for directing their questions to the members of other groups, this would be a Differential reinforcement of other behaviors. If she promises bonus points for the most quiet team, this would be a Differential reinforcement of incompatible behaviors as it is impossible to be quiet and ask questions at the same time.