Obsessions are:

a. persistent, uncontrollable thoughts and urges
b. compelling needs to perform one or more actions
c. unconscious memories of early childhood experiences
d. perceptions in the absence of appropriate sensory stimulation


A

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In a(n) ____________________ schedule of reinforcement, the time between reinforcements will vary from trial to trial after a response

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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A human resources psychologist was asked by the manager to collect reaction measures on a recent training program. What might the psychologist tell the manager before proceeding?

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Senescence __________

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