If a Research Report Is Written in the Third Person

question 10

Multiple Choice

If a research report is written in the third person (he, she, it, and they) , the writer most likely used

• A) a persuasive approach that aims to convince the reader to agree with the writer's stance.
• B) a subjective approach that includes personal thoughts and feelings.
• C) an objective approach that is factual.
• D) none of the above

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral strategy where an aversive stimulus is removed following a desired behavior, increasing the frequency of that behavior.

Punishment

A consequence that reduces the likelihood of a behavior occurring in the future, often used in behavior modification strategies.

Positive Reinforcement

A behavioral technique involving the addition of a favorable stimulus following a desired behavior to increase the likelihood of it being repeated.

John Lewis

An American civil rights leader and politician known for his work in voter registration drives, the Civil Rights Movement, and as a U.S. Representative.