simple vs conditional discriminations

Question 1

Simple vs Conditional Discrimination

which one?

Definition:

A learner responds to one stimulus (SD) and not to another (SΔ) because the SD has been associated with reinforcement.

The behavior is controlled by a single stimulus.

Answer 1

Simple Discrimination

Question 2

Simple vs Conditional Discrimination

which one?

Key Features:

Single antecedent controls behavior

Focus is on “this stimulus → do this behavior”

Answer 2

Simple Discrimination

Question 3

Simple vs Conditional Discrimination

which one?

Example:

SD: Green light → press lever → reinforcement

SΔ: Red light → press lever → no reinforcement

Learner presses lever only when the green light is present

Answer 3

Simple Discrimination

Question 4

Simple vs Conditional Discrimination

which one?

Summary:

One stimulus, one response

No other context needed to guide the behavior

Answer 4

Simple Discrimination

Question 5

Simple vs Conditional Discrimination

which one?

Definition:

A behavior occurs in the presence of a stimulus depending on the context or other stimuli.

The controlling relation is conditional on additional cues.

Answer 5

Conditional Discrimination

Question 6

Simple vs Conditional Discrimination

which one?

Key Features:

Multiple antecedents determine behavior

Behavior is controlled by relationships among stimuli, not just one stimulus

Answer 6

Conditional Discrimination

Question 7

Simple vs Conditional Discrimination

which one?

Example:

Scenario: Matching shapes by color

Red triangle → pick red triangle among options

Blue triangle → pick blue triangle

The correct response depends on the context (sample stimulus)

If the context changes, the response may change

Answer 7

Conditional Discrimination

Question 8

Simple vs Conditional Discrimination

which one?

Summary:

Behavior depends on stimulus relationships

Often used in matching-to-sample tasks, conditional discriminations, and derived relational responding

Answer 8

Conditional Discrimination