Define Intermittent Reinforcement and Give an Example That Is Not

question 12

Essay

Define intermittent reinforcement and give an example that is not in this chapter.

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Definitions:

Herniated Intervertebral Disk

A condition where the soft center of a spinal disk pushes through a tear in the tougher exterior casing, often causing pain and nerve irritation.

Hyporeflexia

A condition characterized by below-normal or absent reflexes, which can be indicative of peripheral nervous system damage.

Babinski Sign

A reflex action of the toes, where they fan out when the sole of the foot is stimulated, indicating possible neurological damage.

Cerebral Cortex

The outer layer of the cerebrum, involved in various high-level functions such as sensation, voluntary muscle movement, thought, reasoning, and memory.