The Most Important Concentration of Earthquakes by Far Is ______

question 22

Multiple Choice

The most important concentration of earthquakes by far is ______.

• A) the Mediterranean-Himalayan belt
• B) the San Andreas fault
• C) the Arctic zone
• D) the Atlantic basin
• E) the Circumpacific belt

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Definitions:

Mild Punishing Stimuli

Stimuli that are not severely harmful or painful but are used to decrease the likelihood of a behavior recurring.

Strong Punishing Stimulus

A stimulus that significantly decreases the likelihood of a behavior recurring by causing discomfort or distress when the behavior is exhibited.

Punishment

A consequence that reduces the likelihood of the behavior that it follows.

Avoidance

A behavior aimed at preventing the occurrence of an unpleasant stimulus or situation.