Assume That X and Y Correlate

question 70

Multiple Choice

Assume that X and Y correlate .6, are in Z score form, and that a particular value of X is 1. What is the predicted value of Y ?

• A)0
• B).4
• C).6
• D)1

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Definitions:

Positive Punishment

A behavior modification technique that involves the addition of an unpleasant stimulus to decrease the likelihood of a behavior reoccurring.

Negative Reinforcement

A process in behavior modification by which the likelihood of a behavioral response increases by the removal of an unpleasant stimulus.

Positive Reinforcement

A process in psychology which increases the likelihood of a behavior by following it with a desirable outcome or reward.

Flooding

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