The Study of the Early Processes During the First Two

question 118

Multiple Choice

The study of the early processes during the first two months of development from conception is called ________.

• A) cytology
• B) physiology
• C) histology
• D) embryology
• E) osteology

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the removal of an unfavorable outcome or stimulus strengthens or increases the likelihood of a specific response or behavior.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the removal of an unfavorable condition strengthens a behavior.

Secondary Reinforcer

A stimulus that has become reinforcing through its association with a primary reinforcer, often used in behavior modification and learning.

Primary Reinforcer

An innately reinforcing stimulus like food or drink, which does not require learning to become pleasurable.