Rising Divorce Rates Over the Past 50 Years Are Partly

question 18

Multiple Choice

Rising divorce rates over the past 50 years are partly a consequence of

• A) increasing marital expectations and the increasing economic independence of women.
• B) decreasing marital expectations and the decreasing economic independence of women.
• C) increasing marital expectations and the decreasing economic independence of women.
• D) decreasing marital expectations and the increasing economic independence of women.

Comprehend the importance of consequence management in behavior shaping and modification.

Distinguish between primary and secondary reinforcers and their roles in behavior modification.

Understand how operant conditioning applies to everyday organizational behaviors and management strategies.

Understand the concept and application of reinforcement in behavior management.

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Definitions:

Traits

Enduring and distinct characteristics of an individual's personality that are consistent across different situations and time.

Abilities

A term for the various skills, talents, or competencies that an individual possesses, which may vary widely from person to person.

Reactance

A psychological response where individuals feel compelled to assert their freedom in reaction to perceived restrictions or coercion.

Attractiveness

The quality or combination of qualities that gives pleasure to the senses or pleasurably exalts the mind or spirit, often related to physical appearance but also including traits like charisma and intelligence.