Which of the Following Is Not an Example of Tectonics

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an example of tectonics?

• A)the gradual disappearance of a crater rim as a result of wind and rain
• B)the formation of a cliff when the lithosphere shrinks
• C)the slow movement of Earth's lithospheric plates
• D)the stretching of the crust by underlying mantle convection

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

involves the removal of an unfavorable event or outcome after the display of a behavior, which in turn increases the likelihood of that behavior in the future.

Positive Reinforcement

The addition of a stimulus to increase the probability that a behavior will be repeated.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral technique that involves the removal of an unpleasant stimulus to increase the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.

Positive Reinforcement

The addition of a stimulus following a desired behavior that increases the likelihood of the behavior being repeated.