Question

Which factor is present in classical conditioning but NOT in operant conditioning?


A. failure to react to a stimulus

B. reward or punishment

C. reaction to a stimulus

D. applying learning to a new situation

Answer 1

Answer:

Classical conditioning involves associating an involuntary response and a stimulus, while operant conditioning is about associating a voluntary behavior and a consequence. In operant conditioning, the learner is also rewarded with incentives,5 while classical conditioning involves no such enticements.

Answer 2

Classical conditioning does not depend on what the organism does, the stimuli is presented regardless of the behavior. In operant conditioning the reinforcer is presented only if the behavior is a desirable behavior.