In Hostage Related Incidents, the Perpetrator Used a Barricade to Separate

question 10

Multiple Choice

In hostage related incidents, the perpetrator used a barricade to separate himself and his hostages from police in approximately _________ of the incidents.

• A)10%
• B)25%
• C)30%
• D)55%

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Definitions:

Discriminative Stimulus

A stimulus in the presence of which a particular response will be reinforced in operant conditioning.

Asking Questions

The act of seeking information through verbal or written inquiries to increase understanding or clarify uncertainties.

Negative Reinforcement

A type of learning where a behavior is strengthened because it is followed by the removal of an unpleasant stimulus.

Positive Reinforcement

A method in behaviorism that involves the addition of a rewarding stimulus following a desired behavior, with the aim of increasing the likelihood of that behavior being repeated.