A Double-Layered Fold of Peritoneum That Suspends Some Abdominal Organs

question 27

Multiple Choice

A double-layered fold of peritoneum that suspends some abdominal organs from the posterior body wall and allows some degree of movement in the gut is ______________.

• A) parietal peritoneum
• B) visceral peritoneum
• C) deep fascia
• D) omentum
• E) mesentery

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Definitions:

Reinforcer

Any stimulus that strengthens or increases the probability of a specific response or behavior by the means of positive or negative reinforcement.

Frequency

The rate at which something occurs or is repeated over a particular period or in a given sample.

Reinforcement Size

The magnitude or amount of reinforcement provided following a behavior, which can influence the strength and rate of the learned response.

Reinforcer

Any stimulus, which, when presented after a behavior, increases the likelihood of that behavior being repeated.