Jim Wants to Be a Professional Basketball Player, but His

question 194

Multiple Choice

Jim wants to be a professional basketball player, but his height (i.e., 5'5") will not allow him to make a career of the sport. This could be considered a ________________, but it is not a concern of abnormal psychology.

• A)Statistical infrequency
• B)Violation of norms
• C)Personal distress
• D)Disability or dysfunction

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Definitions:

Reinforcer

A stimulus or event that increases the likelihood of the repetition of the behavior that preceded it.

Follow Up

The action of keeping in touch or checking in after an initial meeting, conversation, or task to ensure completion or to continue communication.

Punishment

The imposition of a penalty or sanction on someone as a result of their wrong behavior or misconduct.

Ethics Competency

Refers to the ability to understand, evaluate, and apply ethical principles and standards to decision-making in the workplace.