At Age 72,Phyllis Is Very Reluctant to Go to the Local

question 70

Multiple Choice

At age 72,Phyllis is very reluctant to go to the local senior center.A behaviorist might make all of the following statements about this issue EXCEPT:

• A)"Phyllis is emotionally disturbed."
• B)"Phyllis is not being reinforced for attending the program."
• C)"Phyllis may have low efficacy feelings with regard to making new friends."
• D)"The senior center should develop more reinforcing activities for older adults like Phyllis."

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Definitions:

Annulus Fibrosus

The tough, outer ring of intervertebral discs designed to contain the nucleus pulposus and distribute pressure evenly across the disc.

Nucleus Pulposus

The inner core of the vertebral disc, composed of a jelly-like material that helps absorb shock and maintain spine flexibility.

Lordosis

A curvature of the spine producing a pronounced inward curve at the lower back, often resulting in a swayback posture.

Kyphosis

A spinal condition characterized by an excessive outward curvature of the spine, resulting in a hunched or rounding back.