Read the Poem in the News Clip

question 26

Short Answer

Read the poem in the News Clip. Is a right-handed mitten topologically equivalent to a left-handed mitten? Answer yes or no.
If a right-handed mitten is turned inside out, as is suggested in the poem, will it still fit a right hand? Answer yes or no.

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Definitions:

Accomplish

To achieve or complete successfully a task, goal, or objective.

Chance

The occurrence of events without apparent cause, or the unpredictable and uncontrollable aspect of happenings.

Control

In experimental research, the practice of limiting the influence of confounding variables to determine the effect of the independent variable on the dependent variable more accurately.

Negative Reinforcement

A concept in behaviorism where the removal of an unpleasant stimulus strengthens a behavior.