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Interactions among emergent relations during equivalence class formation.

L Fields1, B J Adams, S Newman

  • 1College of Staten Island/CUNY 10301.

The Quarterly Journal of Experimental Psychology. B, Comparative and Physiological Psychology
|August 1, 1992
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Symmetry and transitivity are key precursors for forming equivalence classes in humans. These foundational skills enable faster learning of complex relationships, with individual differences in learning patterns observed.

Area of Science:

  • Behavioral Psychology
  • Cognitive Science
  • Learning Theory

Background:

  • Equivalence class formation is a fundamental concept in behavior analysis.
  • Understanding the interplay of symmetry, transitivity, and equivalence is crucial for explaining complex learning.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the sequential interactions of symmetry, transitivity, and equivalence tests in forming 3-member equivalence classes.
  • To determine if symmetry and transitivity act as necessary precursors for equivalence formation.

Main Methods:

  • 14 college students were trained on AB and BC conditional discriminations.
  • Concurrent and serial testing assessed symmetry (BA, CB), transitivity (AC), and equivalence (CA).
  • Probes were used to induce symmetry and transitivity when initial equivalence tests failed.

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Main Results:

  • Five participants immediately passed equivalence tests after symmetry (BA, CB) and transitivity (AC) were induced.
  • Symmetry and transitivity were sufficient for the conjoint function required for equivalence.
  • Equivalence probes could independently or conjointly induce symmetry and transitivity.

Conclusions:

  • Symmetry and transitivity serve as critical precursors for establishing 3-member equivalence classes.
  • Individual learning trajectories vary, with different patterns and rates of class formation observed.
  • The findings highlight the foundational role of basic relational responding in complex learned repertoires.