The following type of response to behavior results in an increased probability of the behavior occurring again

a) positive reinforcement
b) negative reinforcement
c) extinction
d) both a and b


d

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a. Jessica, who has been dating David for a relatively long time b. Matthew, who takes a passionate approach to love c. Marilyn, who is head-over-heels in love with Jack d. Harvey, who has invested little in his relationship with Diana

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At least one-tenth of the aged are living in long-stay institutions, such as nursing homes, mental hospitals, and homes for the aged.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Identify a true statement about the cerebral hemispheres of the brain.

A. They operate independently. B. The right hemisphere processes information in a more analytic manner than the left hemisphere. C. They are of the same shape and size and perform the same functions. D. The corpus callosum connects the two hemispheres of the brain.

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Which of these is an accurate conclusion concerning the relationship of stress to the immune system and cancer?

A. The physiological effects of stress inhibit immune responses to cancer. B. The physiological effects of stress slow the progression of cancer. C. The physiological effects of stress provide resistance to cancer. D. The physiological effects of stress lead to smoking, which causes cancer.

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