Which of the Following Is the Correct Sequence of the Different

question 72

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the correct sequence of the different zones in the open ocean (top to bottom) ?

• A) abyssal, bathypelagic, mesopelagic, epipelagic
• B) abyssal, mesopelagic, bathypelagic, epipelagic
• C) epipelagic, bathypelagic, mesopelagic, abyssal
• D) epipelagic, abyssal, bathypelagic, mesopelagic
• E) epipelagic, mesopelagic, bathypelagic, abyssal

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Definitions:

Reinforcing

The process of strengthening a behavior by providing a consequence that the individual finds rewarding.

Punishing

The act of imposing a penalty or negative consequence for an undesirable action or behavior, with the intent of reducing or eliminating that behavior.

Classical Conditioning

A learning process that occurs when two stimuli are repeatedly paired; a response that is at first elicited by the second stimulus is eventually elicited by the first stimulus alone.

Respondent Behavior

Behavior that is elicited by a specific stimulus and is part of the classical conditioning process, such as salivating when smelling food.