V. P. Ferrera

Superstitious learning of abstract order from random reinforcement

This study shows monkeys infer abstract order from random reinforcement, suggesting they use cognitive model-based learning beyond simple stimulus-outcome associations.

Influence of Rule and Reward-based Strategies on Inferences of Serial Order by Monkeys

This study investigates how rule-based and reward-based strategies influence monkeys' ability to infer serial order from pairwise comparisons, finding that reward magnitude strongly affects accuracy while also revealing rule-based decision-making.

Inferential Learning of Serial Order of Perceptual Categories by Rhesus Monkeys (Macaca mulatta)

This study shows rhesus monkeys can learn ordinal category sequences through transitive inference without explicit feedback, challenging association-based learning models.