With operant conditioning, when a variable-ratio schedule of reinforcement is in place, a response will only be reinforced after:
a. a specified, unchanging period of time has elapsed
b. an unpredictable period of time has elapsed
c. a specified, unchanging number of responses have been made
d. an unpredictable number of responses have been made
D
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A. broad principles of fairness B. policing the actions of men C. competition with others for moral superiority D. a gradual transition from selfishness to responsibility
The theory that much important behavior is motivated by internal drives was most fully developed by
a. Clark Hull. b. Julian Rotter. c. Fritz Heider. d. Michael Apter.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Cari has just been tested for skin sensitivity. The two legs of a caliper were spread apart
and touched on various parts of her body. The distances at which she could experience two different sensations from the points were as follows: back of calf - 1 inch; back of thigh - 1.25 inches; lower back - 1.44 inches; middle of back - 1.63 inches; and upper back - 1.75 inches. Which part of Cari's body is the MOST sensitive to touch? a. Calf b. Thigh c. Lower back d. Middle back e. Upper back