Contingencies of Reinforcement. Chapter 7: The Phylogeny and Ontogeny of Behavior. Quote 6

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Contingencies of Reinforcement. Chapter 7: The Phylogeny and Ontogeny of Behavior. Quote 6

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Post published:July 16, 2018
Post category:Skinner's Quote of the Day

“Ontogenic contingencies remain ineffective until a response has occurred. The rat must press the lever at least once “for other reasons” before it presses it “for food.” (p. 175)

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“Ontogenic contingencies remain ineffective until a response has occurred. The rat must press the lever at least once “for other reasons” before it presses it “for food.” (p. 175)

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