Which one of the following occurs when a behavior is weakened by adding something unpleasant to the organism's environment?
A. Positive punishment
B. Negative punishment
C. Positive reinforcement
D. Negative reinforcement
Answer: A
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a. theta waves b. delta waves c. gamma waves d. alpha waves
Beyond about 40°C or 41°C, ____ begin to break their bonds and lose their useful properties.
A. RNA B. DNA C. cells D. proteins
What two factors are associated with what direction we take for our lives?
a. commitment and dedication b. confidence and dedication c. motivation and drive d. credentials and motivation
Data from participants who fail to meet some overall performance criterion may be legitimately eliminated if the criterion is established prior to the experiment and reported in the results section of the report
Indicate whether the statement is true or false