In behavior modification, reinforcement is defined by its effect on behavior. This is referred to as:
a. the Premack Principle
b. an operational definition
c. a functional definition
d. a unique relationship
c
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Which of the following is true of computer-assisted test administration?
a. It reduces biases in test administration. b. Test items are presented in a standard order for each test taker. c. It is a more expensive approach than traditional paper and pencil testing. d. People across demographic groups tend to feel more comfortable interacting with computers.
Our first impressions of people are generally based on:
When Felix was younger, he would talk to himself while playing with his trucks, giving instructions about what he was doing or going to do. Felix still appears to play with his trucks in the same organized manner, but he no longer talks out loud while he is playing. This suggests that Felix is
a. in the early phases of autism. b. learning to engage in inner speech. c. not as interested in his trucks as he used to be. d. bored with the language he already knows and wants to learn more.
Johnny is extremely angry at his father and wants to hurt him, but hits his little brother instead. This is most likely an example of ________
a. sublimation b. denial c. displacement d. reaction formation