A Volatile Organic Compound That Is Widely Used as a Dry-Cleaning

question 91

Multiple Choice

A volatile organic compound that is widely used as a dry-cleaning solvent and degreasing compound and is now found in trace amounts in groundwater is

• A)methane.
• B)benzene.
• C)formic acid.
• D)trichloroethylene.

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Definitions:

Compulsive Behaviors

Actions repeatedly performed by an individual, driven by an uncontrollable urge, often as a response to obsessive thoughts, leading to distress or impairment in functioning.

Cognitive-behavioral Theorists

Specialists in a psychological approach that focuses on changing maladaptive thoughts and behaviors to improve emotional regulation and develop personal coping strategies.

Negatively Reinforced

A process in behavior modification where the removal of an unfavorable stimulus strengthens a particular behavior.

Id Impulses

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