Ted has always been taught "spare the rod, spoil the child." Consequently, he will swat his son whenever he believes discipline is needed. One day Ted sees his son swatting a neighbor in the same way he swats his son

What concept would a psychologist use to explain the actions of Ted's son?
a) observational learning
b) operant conditioning
c) classical conditioning
d) an aggressive instinct

A

Psychology

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