A researcher is trying to identify items that could be used as tokens to improve the academic performance of hyperactive students. Which of the following items would be good to use as tokens in the token economy?
a. pennies
b. snacks
c. toys
d. all of these
a
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a. social negative reinforcement b. automatic positive reinforcement c. social positive reinforcement d. automatic negative reinforcement
Many fear responses are acquired through the process of _______ conditioning
a. classical c. primary b. temporary d. secondary
Which of the following appears to be a valid criticism of the effects of television viewing on
the cognitive development of children? a. Television programs mesmerize children. b. Television viewing reduces reading achievement in younger children. c. Television programs overstimulate children. d. Television viewing impairs cognitive development in most children. e. Television viewing reduces reading achievement in older children.
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.