The Basic Chemical Building Block of Genes Is

question 15

Multiple Choice

The basic chemical building block of genes is:

• A) DNA.
• B) RNA.
• C) amino acids.
• D) a cell.

Comprehend the null hypothesis in chi-square tests for goodness-of-fit and tests of independence.

Calculate degrees of freedom in chi-square tests.

Understand the implications of p-values in hypothesis testing.

Differentiate between chi-square tests for independence and goodness-of-fit.

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Definitions:

Operant Conditioning

A method of learning that occurs through rewards and punishments for behavior, operant conditioning involves an association between behaviors and their consequences.

Reinforcement

In behaviorism, any event that strengthens or increases the likelihood of a behavior.

Fixed-Interval Schedules

A schedule of reinforcement where rewards are provided after a fixed amount of time has passed since the last reinforcement.

Variable-Interval Schedules

A reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where responses are rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed.