One problem with extinction as a way of reducing the frequency of potentially harmful behavior is that _________
a. the behavior on extinction sometimes increases at first
b. the results are not durable
c. it is not covered by medical insurance
d. ultimately, it makes the problem worse
A
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A. analogue B. within-group C. between-group D. experimental
According to the authors of your text, when Rosenthal and Jacobson (1968) conducted their study on the self-fulfilling prophecy in elementary school classrooms, the "bloomers" in their experiment were actually
a. economically disadvantaged students. b. emotionally disturbed children. c. bright students. d. chosen at random.
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a. scarcity b. social proof c. commitment and consistency d. liking