A stimulus that is not originally reinforcing but acquires reinforcing power from being paired with other reinforcers is a(n):

a. primary reinforcer
b. tertiary reinforcer
c. tangible reinforcer
d. conditioned reinforcer


D

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After the court decision of Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, what happened to desegregation in the South?

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Piaget believed that nature (heredity) was the most important influence on a

child's intellect. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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John Williams told his principal that in order for him to participate in the school improvement process he would have to be provided an increase in salary. Then, he would complete the task assigned in the manner expected within the requested timeframe. The theory that informs the behavior of Mr. Williams is known as:

a. Equity Theory. b. Expectancy Theory. c. Power Theory. d. Change Theory.

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Which of the following prompts would best advance the student's writing about giraffes, as in the following piece? This is a giraffe Giraffes are tall. Giraffes can eat from the tops of trees. Giraffes live in Africa. Lions hunt giraffes. Giraffes are quiet animals. Being tall helps giraffes spot danger

A) You said giraffes live in Africa. Where in Africa do they live? B) What else can you tell me about giraffes? How long do they live. What do they eat? C) What might be an interesting beginning? D) What is the main thing you are telling me about giraffes? Do all your ideas fit?

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