Karl Plays Cards for Several Hours a Day and Spends

question 76

Multiple Choice

Karl plays cards for several hours a day and spends only a few minutes studying. According to the Premack principle,

• A) playing cards could be used as a reinforcer for studying.
• B) studying could be used as a reinforcer for playing cards.
• C) playing cards could be used as a punisher for studying.
• D) Both b and c are correct.

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Definitions:

Paraphilic Behavior

Actions based on intense sexual interests in atypical objects, situations, fantasies, behaviors, or individuals.

Necrophilia

A pathological attraction to dead bodies, often with a sexual aspect, which is considered a paraphilic disorder and is illegal.

Domination and Submission

A sexual or lifestyle dynamic characterized by the assignment of roles where one person dominates and another submits, often within negotiated boundaries.

Power

The ability or capacity to influence the behavior of others or the course of events.