A child learns to play a musical instrument by watching her older sibling practice daily. This is an example of which concept from Bandura's Social Learning Theory?

The correct answer is C: Vicarious learning through observation. Vicarious learning (learning from observing others without direct experience) is a core concept in Bandura's Social Learning Theory. The child learns by observing her sibling's behavior and its outcomes without personally practicing at first.

Individual differences in learning can be attributed to multiple factors. Which is primarily an ENVIRONMENTAL factor?

The correct answer is C: Socioeconomic status and parental support. Socioeconomic status and parental support are environmental factors that significantly influence learning outcomes. Genetic makeup, brain structure, and temperament are more biologically determined factors.

A teacher uses a token reward system where students earn points for completing tasks and can exchange them for privileges. This strategy is based on:

The correct answer is C: Operant conditioning. Token economies are based on operant conditioning principles where reinforcement (tokens) is provided after desired behaviors to increase their frequency. Students learn to associate behavior with positive consequences.

What is the virtue that emerges from successful resolution of the 'Generativity vs. Stagnation' stage?

The correct answer is B: Care. Care is the virtue associated with successful resolution of the Generativity vs. Stagnation stage. It represents a commitment to helping others and contributing to the welfare of future generations.

A 14-year-old boy experiments with different peer groups, musical styles, and future career ideas while questioning parental values. In terms of Erikson's theory, this represents:

The correct answer is C: The process of exploring and experimenting with different identities. Identity exploration through experimentation with different roles, values, and peer groups is a normal and healthy part of resolving the Identity vs. Role Confusion crisis during adolescence.

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Q.1 Easy Bandura - Observational Learning

In Bandura's Social Learning Theory, what is the term for learning by observing others' behavior and its consequences?

A Classical conditioning

B Operant conditioning

C Observational learning

D Latent learning

Correct Answer: C. Observational learning

EXPLANATION

Observational learning, also called modeling, is a key concept in Bandura's Social Learning Theory where individuals learn by watching others and the outcomes of their behaviors. This process does not require direct reinforcement.

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