PSYC 387 Learning and Behavior Modification
Final Examination actual possible questions study
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PSYC 387: Learning and Behavior Modification Final Examination
Pages Total Marks Section Questions
100 3 29
Section 1 Multiple Choice 15 questions 30 total marks
Section 2 Short Answer 10 questions 30 total marks
Section 3 Long Answer 4 questions 40 total marks
Name Student ID
Date Signature
How to use this exam
1 Set a timer. Practice under real exam conditions! No notes, no AI assistance.
2 When finished, scan the QR code on the last page to submit and see the correct answers
with detailed explanations.
3 Review your mistakes carefully and note down areas that need improvement. Use Studocu
AI to create targeted study materials like quizzes, summaries, and study guides.
, Section 1/3 30 total marks
Multiple Choice
Select the single best answer for each question. Each question is worth 2 marks.
Question 1 2 marks
According to the course materials, why did Charles Darwin reject Thomas Malthus's specific view on
human population growth as the sole determinant of survival?
A Darwin believed that population growth was controlled entirely by predators and had no
relation to resource availability.
B Darwin argued that all species produce more offspring than can survive, leading to natural
selection based on advantageous variations rather than just simple subsistence limits.
C Darwin believed that resources were actually infinite and that competition was unnecessary
for evolution.
D Darwin felt that Malthus ignored the role of genetic engineering in stabilizing food supplies for
humans.
Question 2 2 marks
In the famous 'Little Albert' study conducted by Watson and Rayner, what served as the Unconditioned
Stimulus (US) to elicit the fear response?
A The presence of a rabbit in the experimental room.
B A loud noise produced by striking a steel bar with a hammer.
C A painful electric shock delivered to the hand.
D The white rat presented to the infant.
Question 3 2 marks
Regarding the effectiveness of punishment, what does the 'contingency' variable refer to?
A The amount of time that passes between the behavior and the punisher.
B The availability of alternative behaviors that can be reinforced.
C The degree to which the delivery of a punisher is dependent on the occurrence of the specific
behavior.
D The intensity or physical strength of the punishing stimulus.
Final Examination actual possible questions study
guide version A and B 2026 tips Athabasca
University
,Athabasca University
Learning
PSYC 387: Learning and Behavior Modification Final Examination
Pages Total Marks Section Questions
100 3 29
Section 1 Multiple Choice 15 questions 30 total marks
Section 2 Short Answer 10 questions 30 total marks
Section 3 Long Answer 4 questions 40 total marks
Name Student ID
Date Signature
How to use this exam
1 Set a timer. Practice under real exam conditions! No notes, no AI assistance.
2 When finished, scan the QR code on the last page to submit and see the correct answers
with detailed explanations.
3 Review your mistakes carefully and note down areas that need improvement. Use Studocu
AI to create targeted study materials like quizzes, summaries, and study guides.
, Section 1/3 30 total marks
Multiple Choice
Select the single best answer for each question. Each question is worth 2 marks.
Question 1 2 marks
According to the course materials, why did Charles Darwin reject Thomas Malthus's specific view on
human population growth as the sole determinant of survival?
A Darwin believed that population growth was controlled entirely by predators and had no
relation to resource availability.
B Darwin argued that all species produce more offspring than can survive, leading to natural
selection based on advantageous variations rather than just simple subsistence limits.
C Darwin believed that resources were actually infinite and that competition was unnecessary
for evolution.
D Darwin felt that Malthus ignored the role of genetic engineering in stabilizing food supplies for
humans.
Question 2 2 marks
In the famous 'Little Albert' study conducted by Watson and Rayner, what served as the Unconditioned
Stimulus (US) to elicit the fear response?
A The presence of a rabbit in the experimental room.
B A loud noise produced by striking a steel bar with a hammer.
C A painful electric shock delivered to the hand.
D The white rat presented to the infant.
Question 3 2 marks
Regarding the effectiveness of punishment, what does the 'contingency' variable refer to?
A The amount of time that passes between the behavior and the punisher.
B The availability of alternative behaviors that can be reinforced.
C The degree to which the delivery of a punisher is dependent on the occurrence of the specific
behavior.
D The intensity or physical strength of the punishing stimulus.
