As the Concentration of a Solute in a Solution Increases

question 58

Multiple Choice

As the concentration of a solute in a solution increases, the freezing point of the solution
And the vapor pressure of the solution .

• A) decreases, increases
• B) decreases, is unaffected
• C) increases, increases
• D) decreases, decreases
• E) increases, decreases

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

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A method in behavioral psychology where an undesirable stimulus is introduced following a behavior to decrease the likelihood of that behavior occurring again.

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