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An Ibm 1620 computer was programmed to simulate an experimenter in a Taffel-type verbal conditioning experiment. The simulated E instructed Ss, presented stimuli, reinforced criterion responses, and recorded the experimental data. Subjects (N=15) communicated with the E by means of the console typewriter. Awareness was assessed by a performance criterion as well as by interview responses. The results confirm prior findings.
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This study was supported by Contract Nonr-2296(02), and by Computer Center, University of Missouri. Publication is made possible by the Appleby Fund, Syracuse University.
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Videbeck, R., Bates, H.D. Verbal Conditioning by a Simulated Experimenter. Psychol Rec 16, 145–152 (1966). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03393653
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