Considering Research on Gender Differences, What Is the Likely Result

question 70

Multiple Choice

Considering research on gender differences, what is the likely result when Ms.Wolf assigns small-group work in her seventh-grade science class?

• A)Kevin and Bill will sit back and watch, making Amelia and Jenna do all the work.
• B)Steven will set up the samples, Roger will do the measurements, Joannie will take notes, and Rachelle will watch.
• C)James will write down the results and Neal will watch while Maninder sets up the samples and Lynn measures them.
• D)Nicki will measure, Donald will direct the activities, and Jeff and Scott will alternate taking notes and watching.

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Definitions:

Variable-interval

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed, in behaviorism.

Positive Reinforcement

A process by which the likelihood of a behavior's occurrence is increased through the addition of a desirable stimulus immediately following the behavior.

Productivity Goal

An objective set to achieve a specific level of output or efficiency in work or other activities, aiming to optimize performance.

Negative Reinforcers

Stimuli that, when removed after a behavior, increase the likelihood that the behavior will occur again in the future.