Why Do Climatic and Other Events in the Physical Environment

question 26

Multiple Choice

Why do climatic and other events in the physical environment become disasters?

• A) because people are killed
• B) because of the lack of medical knowledge
• C) because of conditions in the natural environment
• D) because of conditions in the social environment

Identify the types and effects of reinforcers in learning processes.

Comprehend the methodology and applications of shaping in behavior modification.

Recognize the role of discriminative stimuli in operant conditioning.

Explain the significance of reinforcement schedules in determining the rate and resistance of behavior to extinction.

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