Any stimulus that, when removed, increases the likelihood that a behavior will continue is called a(n)
a. positive reinforcer. c. conditioned stimulus.
b. negative reinforcer. d. unconditioned stimulus.
B
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Which of the following is true about the groups girls and boys prefer during early school age?
a. Boys prefer mixed-sex groups while girls prefer same-sex groups. b. Boys prefer two-person groups, while girls prefer larger groups. c. Girls prefer two-person groups, while boys prefer larger groups. d. Girls prefer mixed-sex groups while boys prefer same-sex groups.
Suppose that you just started working in a daycare for infants. You are concerned with providing auditory and visual stimulation that will be detectable and pleasant for the infants. (a) What are the visual capabilities and preferences of the neonate? Of the two-month-old? (b) What are the auditory capabilities and preferences of the neonate? Of the two-month-old?
What will be an ideal response?
Which perspective would be most helpful in understanding why human beings have learned better ways to build shelters that stand up to severe weather?
a) psychodynamic b) humanistic c) historical d) evolutionary
According to Jung, a desire to seek external sources of stimulation accompanied by positive emotions is characteristic of ______.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).