Morgan watched Alex sneak into the neighbor's garden to steal some apples. Alex got the apples and really seemed to enjoy eating them. Based on what is known about learning, if Morgan later tries to sneak into the neighbor's garden for apples, you should conclude that his behavior has been strengthened through the process known as:
a. vicarious punishment
b. vicarious reinforcement
c. negative punishment
d. positive reinforcement
B
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a. Japan b. Zimbabwe c. The United States d. Lebanon
In order to deal with the financial problems inherent to the current Social Security system, President Waldhart proposes that anyone making over $150,000 would receive no benefits. This solution best fits with a(n) ____ approach
a. adjusted cost of living b. means-test benefits c. privatization d. payroll tax
An agent that ___________ is not part of the World Health Organization's definition of drug
a. is a chemical entity or mixture of entities b. alters biological function c. is not necessary for maintenance of normal health d. is illegal e. may alter biological structure
A friend of yours wants to quit smoking and has decided to "go cold turkey."
After reading this module, explain to your friend why "going cold turkey" may not be the best solution, and describe three different ways he or she might taper off smoking as well as ways to deal with the nicotine craving during withdrawal and the positive experiences surrounding the ritual of smoking. What will be an ideal response?