Exhibit 19-6 Forty-One Individuals from a Sample of 60 Indicated They Oppose

question 17

Multiple Choice

Exhibit 19-6
Forty-one individuals from a sample of 60 indicated they oppose legalized abortion. We are interested in determining whether or not there is a significant difference between the proportions of opponents and proponents of legalized abortion.
-Refer to Exhibit 19-6. The null hypothesis that is being tested is

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Law of Effect

A principle in psychology that states behaviors that produce satisfying effects are likely to be repeated, while those that produce unpleasant effects are less likely to be repeated.

Cognitive Map

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Behavioral Technology

The application of psychological principles and techniques to influence human behavior in practical, real-world settings.

Skinner

A psychologist known for his theory of operant conditioning, emphasizing the role of reinforcement in behavior modification.