Punishment will only reduce the frequency of behavior if

A) it is predictable.
B) it is explained.
C) it is contingent on a response occurring.
D) it is given by authority figures.


Answer: C

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Human men are among approximately what percentage of male mammals that invest in their offspring after birth?

a. 5% c. 26% b. 12% d. 56%

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The internal validity of an experiment is _____

a. is the ability to draw appropriate conclusions because the controls are adequate b. not making a Type I error because alpha was set very high c. the ability to generalize the results beyond the experimental situation d. made stronger by the presence of a confounded variable

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The Occupational Outlook Handbook does NOT contain

a. more than 80 basic career groups b. information on the type of work involved in each career c. job search tips d. information on the job market in each state

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