Question

when describing the way operant conditioning works, a cognitive psychologist is likely to emphasize the importance of which of the following elements?
a. the type of stimulus
b. information processing
c. ones conditioned response
d. ones physiological behavior

please select the best answer from the choices provided

a
b
c
d

Explanation:

Cognitive psychologists focus on mental processes like information processing. Operant conditioning, from a cognitive perspective, involves how individuals process information about rewards/punishments. Option A (stimulus type) is more behavioral, C (conditioned response) is behavioral conditioning, D (physiological behavior) is biological/behavioral. So B fits as cognitive psychology emphasizes information processing in learning.

Answer:

B. information processing