To an Observer on the Ground, the First Sign That

question 47

Multiple Choice

To an observer on the ground, the first sign that a supercell may give birth to a tornado is the sight of ____.

• A)a mesocyclone
• B)a funnel cloud
• C)rotating clouds near the middle of the storm
• D)rotating clouds at the base of the storm
• E)rotating clouds at the top of the storm

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Definitions:

Schedule-induced Behavior

Behavior that emerges as a byproduct of a specific schedule of reinforcement, not directly targeted by the reinforcement itself.

Fixed Interval

A schedule of reinforcement where the first response is rewarded only after a specified amount of time has elapsed.

Variable Ratio

A reinforcement schedule where the number of responses required to receive a reward varies, leading to high and consistent rates of response.

Salient

Something that stands out conspicuously or is most noticeable or important.