How Many More Stars Does a Starburst Galaxy Form,in One

question 72

Multiple Choice

How many more stars does a starburst galaxy form,in one year,than the Milky Way?

• A)a few
• B)about ten
• C)about a hundred
• D)about a thousand
• E)about the same,but it does so for much longer

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Definitions:

Positive Reinforcement

A technique in behavior modification that involves rewarding desirable behaviors, thereby increasing the likelihood of their recurrence.

Variable Interval Schedule

A reinforcement schedule where rewards are provided after an unpredictable time interval, leading to more consistent behavior.

Fixed Interval Schedule

A type of reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where the first response after a fixed time period is rewarded.

Variable Ratio Schedule

A reinforcement schedule in which a response is rewarded after an unpredictable number of responses, promoting high and stable rates of the response.