Forward chaining and backward chaining differ in terms of:
A) which component is taught first
B) whether the terminal step in the chain is completed on every learning trial
C) whether the learner receives the natural reinforcer on every learning trial
D) all of these

Question

Forward chaining and backward chaining differ in terms of:​
A) ​which component is taught first
B) ​whether the terminal step in the chain is completed on every learning trial
C) ​whether the learner receives the natural reinforcer on every learning trial
D) ​all of these

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Forward chaining and backward chaining differ in all three aspects mentioned in options A, B, and C. Forward chaining teaches the initial steps first and progresses towards the terminal step, whereas backward chaining teaches the terminal step first and works backward to the initial steps. In forward chaining, the learner may not complete the terminal step on every trial, whereas in backward chaining, the terminal step is completed on every trial. Additionally, in forward chaining, the natural reinforcer may not always be delivered on every trial, while in backward chaining, it is delivered on every trial. Therefore, option D is the correct answer.

Forward Chaining and Backward Chaining Differ in Terms Of:​

Forward Chaining and Backward Chaining Differ in Terms Of: