Operant conditioning is a type of learning that focuses on

Correct option is C

Operant conditioning, introduced by B.F. Skinner, is a form of learning where behavior is modified by its consequences (rewards or punishments). It focuses on voluntary behaviors and how they are influenced by positive reinforcement, negative reinforcement, or punishment. This differs from classical conditioning (described in options A and B), which involves passive associations and reflexive responses (like salivating when hearing a bell). In operant conditioning, individuals actively engage with their environment, and their actions are shaped by the consequences that follow.

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1. Operant conditioning emphasizes the role of consequences in learning behaviors.

2. Positive reinforcement increases the likelihood of a behavior by providing a reward.

3. Negative reinforcement involves removing an unpleasant stimulus to increase the desired behavior.

4. Punishment decreases the likelihood of a behavior by introducing an aversive stimulus or removing a pleasant one.

5. Skinner's work with the Skinner Box demonstrated operant conditioning using rewards and punishments for animal behavior.

6. Operant conditioning is essential for understanding behavior modification and is widely used in education and therapy.