A Z Score Is the Number of ___ That a Value

question 17

Multiple Choice

A z score is the number of ___ that a value, x, is from the mean.

• A)variances
• B)standard deviations
• C)units
• D)miles
• E)minutes

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

A behavior modification technique where removing an unpleasant stimulus strengthens a behavior, making it more likely to occur again.

Shaping

A method of positive reinforcement in operant conditioning that rewards successive approximations towards a desired behavior.

Secondary Learning

Refers to the learning that builds on or derives from previous knowledge or skills.

Negative Reinforcement

A response or behavior is strengthened by stopping, removing, or avoiding a negative outcome or aversive stimulus.