Probability Learning and Aging

• Published in: The Journal of genetic psychology Vol. 136; no. 1; pp. 55 - 64
• Main Authors: Winefield, A. H., Mullins, G. P.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States Taylor & Francis Group 01.03.1980; Journal Press, etc
• Subjects: Adolescent; Adult; Aged; Aging; Choice Behavior; Discrimination Learning; Female; Humans; Male; Probability; Reinforcement (Psychology)

The performance of 48 young (ages 18-20) and 48 old (mean age = 78) adult Ss was studied in a probability learning task which used different reinforcement procedures and material rewards. In the course of learning, the noncorrection procedure was associated with a greater tendency to choose the majo...