Introductory Psychology CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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Learning that occurs without the presence of an external stimulus is known as:

  1. Insight Learning

  2. Innate Learning

  3. Vicarious Learning

  4. Operant Learning

The correct answer is: Insight Learning

Insight learning occurs when an individual gains new understanding by reflecting on experiences and understanding the relationships between various elements. This is a unique form of learning as it does not require any external reinforcement or stimulus. It is not innate learning because innate learning refers to instinctive behaviors or responses that are innate to an organism and do not require any learning. Vicarious learning involves learning by observing others, while operant learning is a form of learning that involves reinforcement and punishment to shape behaviors. Therefore, the other options do not fit the description of learning that occurs without the presence of an external stimulus.

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