Which One of the Following Is the Best Example of a Student

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is the best example of a student working for an incentive?

• A)Arnold's teacher gives him a big hug after he surprises her by bringing her a cupcake from home.
• B)Betsy decides not to talk in class because her teacher ridiculed her earlier in the day when she gave an incorrect answer.
• C)Cyril stays out late even though he knows he will be punished when he gets home.
• D)Doris is studying with the hopes that she will pass her history test.

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Definitions:

Amygdala

A part of the brain's limbic system involved in processing emotions, especially fear and pleasure, and forming emotional memories.

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Campfire

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