The Basic Idea Behind Demographic Transition Theory Is That

question 5

Multiple Choice

The basic idea behind demographic transition theory is that

• A) both birth rates and death rates will steadily rise.
• B) population increase is now greatest in rich nations with high technology.
• C) population increase will outstrip the planet's ability to support us.
• D) population patterns reflect a society's level of technological development.

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

A process in behavioral psychology where a response is strengthened because it is followed by the removal of an unpleasant stimulus.

Punishment

A method of behavior modification that involves the application of undesirable consequences in order to reduce the occurrence of a particular behavior.

Operant Conditioning

An approach to learning in which the vigor of an activity is shaped by positive reinforcement or disciplinary measures.

Classical Conditioning

A conditioning approach where two stimuli are systematically associated; a reaction first elicited by the second stimulus, over time, becomes elicited by the first stimulus.