Lesson 4.1.3
4.1.3 Social learning theory: observation, imitation and the four stages Quiz: Pearson Edexcel Psychology, Unit 4
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The 20 questions
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What distinguishes observational learning from classical conditioning?
- Automatic salivation
- Physiological pairing
- Unconditioned reflexes
- Indirect reinforcement
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In social learning theory, what term refers to copying the behaviour of an observed individual?
- Modelling
- Chaining
- Shaping
- Classical conditioning
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What term describes learning from observing someone else being rewarded for their actions?
- Negative reinforcement
- Vicarious reinforcement
- Continuous reinforcement
- Primary reinforcement
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Which mediational process in social learning theory involves storing an observed behaviour in memory?
- Attention
- Reproduction
- Retention
- Motivation
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Which mediational process depends on the learner having the physical capability to execute the behaviour?
- Retention
- Attention
- Motivation
- Reproduction
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An observer expects a reward based on a model's praise. Which mediational process does this represent?
- Retention
- Motivation
- Reproduction
- Attention
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If a learner fails to notice key details of a model's behaviour, which mediational process failed?
- Motivation
- Attention
- Reproduction
- Retention
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Unlike traditional behaviourism, social learning theory includes which key component in its explanation of learning?
- Biological drives
- Mediational processes
- Reflex responses
- Unconscious drives
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What is a major theoretical strength of social learning theory compared to strict behaviourism?
- Rejects environmental influence
- Explains indirect learning
- Explains innate reflexes
- Proves genetic causes
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What is a key methodological criticism of social learning theory's mediational processes?
- Unobservable mental events
- Cannot explain imitation
- Ignores environmental influence
- Lacks empirical research
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Which concept explains why children might imitate aggressive behaviours seen in media characters?
- Negative reinforcement
- Vicarious reinforcement
- Systematic desensitisation
- Classical conditioning
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Which characteristic of a role model increases the likelihood that their behaviour will be imitated?
- Perceived similarity
- Perceived difference
- Unfamiliarity
- Low status
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Which stage of social learning theory is tested when describing observed behaviour without performing it?
- Motivation
- Attention
- Retention
- Reproduction
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How are observers described in social learning theory compared to behaviourist theory?
- Automatic responders
- Passive reactors
- Unconscious targets
- Active cognitive processors
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In social learning theory, which mediational element determines whether learned behaviour is performed?
- Attention
- Reproduction
- Motivation
- Retention
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Which feature distinguishes social learning theory from classical conditioning?
- Stimulus association
- Unconditioned responses
- Environmental stimuli
- Cognitive processes
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What is the term for learning a new behaviour by watching and copying someone else?
- Operant conditioning
- Classical conditioning
- Observational learning
- Systematic desensitisation
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What is a main limitation of using lab experiments to support social learning theory?
- Low ecological validity
- Low internal validity
- High observer bias
- Poor test-retest reliability
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Which concept explains learning that occurs by observing the consequences given to another person?
- Vicarious reinforcement
- Continuous reinforcement
- Negative reinforcement
- Direct reinforcement
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In social learning theory, what term refers to copying a behaviour demonstrated by a model?
- Imitation
- Generalisation
- Identification
- Internalisation
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