Mass Media Can Play an Important Role in Constructing and Maintaining

question 10

True/False

Mass media can play an important role in constructing and maintaining national and ethnic identities.

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Definitions:

Reinforcement

In behavioral psychology, a process in which a behaviour is strengthened or increased by its consequences, such as rewards or punishments.

Punishment

A consequence applied with the intention of reducing or eliminating an undesired behavior.

Negative Reinforcement

A process in behavioral psychology where the removal of an unfavorable stimulus strengthens a behavior or makes it more likely to occur again in the future.

Punishment

A consequence applied with the aim of reducing the likelihood of a behavior recurring.