Peak Shift Effect, & Free-operant Avoidance
Learning
Explain the peak shift effect.
What is the fundamental problem in the analysis of
avoidance behavior? How can the concept of a safety signal be used to explain
free-operant avoidance learning?
When a parent is shopping, why is using a threat
“we’ll go home if you keep that behavior up” to a child an
ineffective punishment (in most cases)? Use all the ideas behind what makes an effective
punishment to support your answer.





