The Issue of Whether or Not an Elderly Person Is

question 5

True/False

The issue of whether or not an elderly person is competent to testify can be addressed with a few questions to determine if that person is rooted in reality and if his or her answers to the questions were responsive.

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Definitions:

Reinforcement

In behavioral psychology, a consequence that strengthens an organism's future behavior whenever that behavior is preceded by a specific antecedent stimulus.

Gambling Casinos

Facilities that offer games of chance where patrons can gamble, typically involving betting money or valuables.

Variable Ratio Schedule

A reinforcement schedule in which a response is rewarded after an unpredictable number of responses, often used in behavior modification programs.

Patrons

Individuals who support or financially aid an organization, cause, or individual, often in the arts or charitable sectors.