Explain the concept of reinforcement with examples.
What will be an ideal response?
Answers will vary.Reinforcement refers to direct or indirect rewards or punishments for particular behaviors. A little girl who puts on her mother's makeup may be told that she's cute, but her brother will be scolded. Children also learn through indirect reinforcement. If a little boy's male friends are punished for crying, he will learn that "boys don't cry." Children also learn through observation and imitation. Even when children are not directly rewarded or punished for "behaving like boys" or "behaving like girls," they learn about gender by watching who does what in their families. A father who is rarely at home because he's always working sends the message that men are supposed to earn money. A mother who is always complaining about being overweight or old sends the message that women are supposed to be thin and young.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which President of the United States declared a "war on poverty?"
A. President Bush B. President Kennedy C. President Johnson D. President Clinton
In traditional society, ¬¬______ religion dominates the community and the individual
a. one b. two c. numerous d. All of these.
Brian goes to Mass but does not really believe in Catholic dogma. He goes to hang out with his friends, discuss his troubles with the priest, and participate in the weekly bingo night. To Brian, the church is a belonging system.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)