According to Modernization Theory, Social Change

question 92

Multiple Choice

According to modernization theory, social change

• A) stems from technological change.
• B) is associated with decreased internal differentiation.
• C) requires the establishment of an upper class.
• D) can occur only when internal equality exists.

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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.