Due in class Friday, October 2nd

1. Michael has a fear of heights. The fear of heights is called acrophobia. Give an explanation of how he acquired this fear using classical and/or operant conditioning principles. Lately, his fear of heights has spread to tall buildings also. How could you explain this using classical and/or operant conditioning principles. (4 pts.)





2. Michael's mother, aka Leadfoot Livingston (for her tendency to speed and put the pedal to the metal) loves the slot machines. After a short visit to Vegas some years back, she feel in love with "the one-armed bandit." How would you explain Leadfoot's deep passion for playing the slots, using concepts from classical and or operant conditioning.(4 pts.)





3. Give a real world personal example of punishment and of negative reinforcement.(2 pts.)





4. After reading the chapter, what would you like to know more about and/or what question do you have? Explain what interests you about this topic. (Post this question on our electronic conference at least two hours before class Friday, October 2nd.)
   PLA 5--Behavioral Learning (01)
   PLA 5--Behavioral Learning (05)