Operant Meaning

/ˈɑpərənt/
C1

Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

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adjThat operates to produce an effect.

nounAn operative person or thing.

The operant conditioning theory was explained.
Behavior is controlled by operant factors.
The researcher studied operant conditioning in mice.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
In the experiment, the rat learned to press the lever through ____ conditioning.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The psychologist used ____ conditioning to teach the rats to press a lever for food rewards.

From Middle English operant, from Latin operāns.

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CEFR Practice Quiz
In the experiment, the rat learned to press the lever through ____ conditioning.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The psychologist used ____ conditioning to teach the rats to press a lever for food rewards.

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