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Baxter, George W. – 1972
Cognitive effects in children's learning of altruistic behavior were tested with an adaptation of Aronfreed's test design and machine. Children in grades 1-4 were presented with a machine with 2 levers. One lever, when pressed, released bubble gum, and the other turned on a light. For two of the three groups the experimenter exclaimed delightedly…
Descriptors: Altruism, Behavior Development, Behavioral Objectives, Cognitive Development