In operant conditioning terms, _____ occurs when something unpleasant is removed and the result is an increased response rate
a. positive reinforcement
b. negative reinforcement
c. positive punishment
d. negative punishment
b
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Job ____ refers to the positive feelings that result from an appraisal of one's work
a. turnover b. quality c. satisfactoriness d. satisfaction
The ability to delay gratification of impulses varies from toddler to toddler. Which of the following is associated with differences in the ease or difficulty children have in controlling their impulses?
a. Children who are more active and aggressive have better control of their impulses. b. Children who have a secure attachment with their caregiver are better able to regulate their impulses. c. Toddlers who can tell time are better able to control their impulses. d. Children who are indifferent to the distress of others are better able to control their impulses.
The ______, which based immigration on family reunification rather than national origins quotas, resulted in an 800% increase in the number of Asian immigrants since 1970.
a. Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965
b. Immigration Act of 1917
c. Gentleman's Agreement of 1907
d. Tydings-McDuffie Act of 1934
Dana is an attractive 5'10" brunette. Marsha is a 5'3" unattractive blonde. They have both applied for an administrative assistant position. Who is most likely to acquire the job?
a. Marsha c. both are equally likely b. Dana d. neither