Which of these is an example of negative reinforcement?

A) Jimmyis yelled at for playing with Mom's purse
B) Susan apologizes to her mother who then stops scolding her
C) Mike receives a special merit badge for his coin-collecting hobby
D) Mary's bike is taken awayfrom her when she says a bad word


B

Psychology

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The term _____ refers to an organizational structure characterized by rule- or decision-making power of a few

a) ringi b) oligarchy c) nemawashi d) anarchy

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Which of the following has NOT been shown to be characteristic of early maturation in girls?

a. being more popular and having a better self-image during elementary school b. having greater peer prestige and adult approval in junior high c. being more likely to get into trouble in junior high and high school d. experiencing premature identity formation and having a distorted, poorly formed sense of self

Psychology

The volunteers accept the instructions of their leader and intend to carry out the mission. They have no ethical reservations, as they have been trained to follow orders. Which method of cognitive restructuring are the volunteers employing?

A. Dehumanization B. Cognitive dissonance C. Advantageous comparison D. Displacement of responsibility

Psychology

Which idea is NOT used as evidence to support nativist views of language development?

What will be an ideal response?

Psychology