A System Delivers 1275 J of Heat While the Surroundings

question 43

Multiple Choice

A system delivers 1275 J of heat while the surroundings perform 855 J of work on it. Calculate ΔE in J.

• A)−2130 J
• B)−420 J
• C)420 J
• D)2130 J
• E)−1275 J

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Definitions:

Unwanted Behavior

Actions or reactions that are considered undesirable by society or a particular group, often leading to social or personal consequences.

Fixed-Ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded only after a specified number of responses, often used in behavioral psychology.

Variable-Interval

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed, in the context of behavioral psychology.

Operant Responding

Operant responding involves a type of learning where behavior is modified by its consequences, through reinforcement or punishment, initially described by B.F. Skinner.