MrJoe Wants a Hyperactive Boy to Be Able to Sit

question 80

Multiple Choice

Mr.Joe wants a hyperactive boy to be able to sit quietly for at least 15 minutes at a time.To do this, he begins praising the boy for sitting still for one minute, then for two minutes, and then for four minutes, and so on.Mr.Joe's strategy reflects which one of the following concepts?

• A)shaping
• B)generalization
• C)intermittent reinforcement
• D)discrimination learning

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Definitions:

Receptive Field

Region of sensory space (for example, skin surface) in which a stimulus modifies a receptor’s activity.

Distortion

A transformation that alters the original shape, sound, or form of something.

Sclera

The white outer layer of the eyeball, providing protection and form.

Facial Gestures

Expressive movements of the face that communicate emotions or intentions without using words.