If the Line Passing Through the Points (1, A) and (3

question 79

Multiple Choice

If the line passing through the points (1, a) and (3, -6) is parallel to the line passing through the points (6, 8) and (0, a + 14) , what is the value of a?

• A) -6
• B) -10
• C) -3
• D) -4
• E) -7

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Definitions:

Positive Reinforcement

A process in behavior reinforcement where a behavior is encouraged by rewarding a desirable outcome.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the removal of an unpleasant stimulus following a desired behavior strengthens that behavior.

Positive Punishment

Adding an unfavorable outcome or consequence after an undesired behavior to decrease the likelihood of that behavior occurring again.

Negative Punishment

A behavior modification technique involving the removal of a desirable stimulus to decrease the frequency of a behavior.