Behavior modification tries to shape conduct by positively reinforcing desirable actions with money or privileges and negatively reinforcing undesirable actions by withholding rewards or imposing penalties
a. True
b. False
Answer: a
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The text mentions the case of Penn State football coach Jerry Sandusky, who was convicted of more than 40 counts of child sexual assault. His crimes occurred over a span of more than 10 years, as Penn State administrators failed to act, despite their knowledge of his behavior. At one point, another coach witnessed an assault, but only reported it to the head coach, who in turn only reported it to his superior. Which of Bandura's methods of "cognitive restructuring" is illustrated by the other coaches who felt they had done their duty by merely passing the information up the chain?
a) euphemistic labeling b) diffusion of responsibility c) advantageous comparison d) dehumanization d) dehumanization
What does the principle of legality require of the government?
A. notice that conduct is illegal before the conduct occurs B. notice of the right to appeal after conviction C. notice of the taking of property D. None of the answers is correct.
At the core, the primary mission of public-sector responders is to protect the community while the primary mission of private-sector responders is to
A) Protect the first responders B) Protect the company's assets C) Keep control of the situation D) Maintain status quo
Which of the following is used by some states as an instrument of intimidation, interrogation, and humiliation?
a. assassinations b. torture c. warfare d. genocide