The Basic Premise of ____ Is That the Consequences of a Behavior

question 25

Multiple Choice

The basic premise of ____ is that the consequences of a behavior determine the likelihood of the behavior being repeated in the future.

• A) the life-span perspective
• B) the epigenetic principle
• C) universal development
• D) operant conditioning

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Definitions:

Nonverbal Communication

A form of communication that involves the transmission of messages without the use of words, such as gestures, facial expressions, and body language.

Body Language

Non-verbal communication through physical behaviors such as gestures, posture, and facial expressions.

Space Language

A conceptual term possibly referring to the way space and layout are used in communication, or it could relate to the specialized language used in the field of space exploration.

Paralanguage

The aspects of spoken communication that do not involve words themselves but rather tone, pitch, loudness, and other vocal qualities that convey meaning.