In Studying the Occurrence of Genetic Characteristics, the Following Sample

question 60

Multiple Choice

In studying the occurrence of genetic characteristics, the following sample data were obtained. You would like to test the claim that the characteristics occur with the same
Frequency at the 0.05 significance level. $\begin{array}{l|cccccc}\text { Characteristic } & \text { A } & \text { B } & \text { C } & \text { D } & \text { E } & \text { F } \\\hline \text { Frequency } & 28 & 30 & 45 & 48 & 39 & 39\end{array}$

What is the expected value for D?

• A) 28
• B) 38
• C) 42
• D) 48

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Definitions:

Variable-Interval

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed.

Variable-Ratio

Refers to a schedule of reinforcement where a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses, which is used in behavior modification and operant conditioning.

Fixed-Interval

In the context of psychology, a schedule of reinforcement where rewards are given after a specific, constant amount of time has passed.

Stimulus Generalization

The tendency for a conditioned response to be triggered by stimuli similar to the original conditioning stimulus.