A husband complains that his wife nags him too much about working around the house. Once she stops this behavior, he begins to spend more time on house maintenance. This is an example of:
A. Shaping
B. Negative reinforcement
C. Aversion treatment
D. Positive reinforcement
Answer: B. Negative reinforcement
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The second transformation in theoretical development in gerontology took place:
A) in the 1960s. B) in the 1970s. C) in the 1980s. D) in the 1990s.
Treatment conferences can include relatives of the client
a. True b. False
When using ______ encouragement, the worker silently helps the client tell their story and express their feelings.
A. verbal B. empowerment C. affirmation D. nonverbal
Which of the following is an example of a tax exemption?
A) A man who deducts a healthcare expense from his pretax income. B) A low-income family who receives a direct tax rebate. C) A woman who subtracts a sum from her taxable income for each of her children. D) The government agency that regulates tax subsidized services.