Since Values, Language Patterns, and Traditions Greatly Affect One's Performance

question 159

Multiple Choice

Since values, language patterns, and traditions greatly affect one's performance on tests, psychologists have tried to develop tests that do not disadvantage certain groups with these tests being called __________ tests.

• A)culture-fair
• B)diversity
• C)eco-balanced
• D)multicultural

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Definitions:

Law of Immediate Reinforcement

A principle suggesting that reinforcement (rewards or punishments) following a behavior makes it more likely that the behavior will occur again in the future.

Punishment

A consequence or penalty imposed for wrongdoing or breach of rules, intended to modify behavior through negative reinforcement.

Negative Reinforcement

A psychological principle involving the removal of an unpleasant stimulus to increase the likelihood of a desired behavior occurring again.

Law of Contingent Reinforcement

A principle stating that the effectiveness of reinforcement depends on its delivery contingent upon the occurrence of a specific behavior.