The First Extensive Survey of Sexual Behavior in the United

question 15

Multiple Choice

The first extensive survey of sexual behavior in the United States was conducted in:

• A) the late 1940s and early 1950s.
• B) the mid-1800s.
• C) the early 1920s.
• D) the late 1960s and early 1970s.

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Definitions:

Secondary Reinforcement

A process wherein a stimulus reinforces a behavior because it is associated with a primary reinforcer (e.g., praise that becomes rewarding because it is linked to receiving a physical reward).

Negative Reinforcement

A behavior modification technique that involves the removal of an unpleasant stimulus to increase the likelihood of a desired response.

Positive Reinforcement

Any pleasant or desirable consequence that follows a response and increases the probability that the response will be repeated.

Punishment

A consequence that reduces the likelihood of a behavior being repeated in the future.