Presenting an aversive stimulus to eliminate undesired behavior is an example of ________
a. positive reinforcement
b. negative reinforcement
c. punishment
d. shaping
Answer: c
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While the ____ nervous system is associated with conserving bodily resources, the ____ nervous system mobilizes the body's resources for emergencies
a. parasympathetic; sympathetic b. sympathetic; parasympathetic c. peripheral; central d. central; peripheral
Studies have shown the following benefit(s) for LGB teens who attend gay-straight alliance (GSA) clubs in high school:
a. Higher GPAs b. Lower rates of substance abuse c. Decreased suicidal thoughts for heterosexual boys who experience bullying d. All of these
Research shows that there is no relation between an officer's level of education and the number of citizen complaints received.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Mario has been struggling with his college classes as of late
He has been working many hours, taking care of his children, and trying to carry a full load of classes. This semester he wants to take classes that are known to be a bit easier, so he consults with his friends at the college to get an idea of which courses will be less challenging. Mario's plan of gathering information before selecting a class is a demonstration of _____. A) emotional control B) informational control C) decisional control D) behavioral control