The "Canadian Code of Ethics for Psychologists" Lists Basic Principles

question 28

Multiple Choice

The "Canadian Code of Ethics for Psychologists" lists basic principles that should be followed when psychologists are involved in

• A) teaching.
• B) direct service.
• C) research.
• D) administration.
• E) All of these choices are correct.

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Definitions:

Shaping

A method of teaching new behaviors by using reinforcement until the target behavior is achieved, often through successive approximations.

Partial Reinforcement

A conditioning process in which a reward is not administered every time the desired action is performed, leading to more resistant behavior to extinction.

Classroom Answers

Refers to responses given by students or participants in an educational setting, usually in response to questions posed by teachers or instructors.

Negative Reinforcer

A stimulus whose removal or avoidance after a behavior increases the likelihood of that behavior occurring again in the future.