The Parabolic Mirror in a Certain Telescope Has a Diameter

question 92

Multiple Choice

The parabolic mirror in a certain telescope has a diameter of 112 inches and a concave depth of 3.69985 inches. Determine the location of its focus above the vertex. Round to the nearest inch.

• A)159 inches
• B)212 inches
• C)583 inches
• D)477 inches
• E)265 inches

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Definitions:

Aversive Conditioning

A method of behavior conditioning in which an undesirable behavior is paired with an aversive stimulus to reduce the behavior's occurrence.

Target Response

The desired behavior or outcome that is aimed for in a psychological experiment or behavioral intervention.

Likelihood

The probability or chance that a particular event will occur.

Operant Process

The method by which behaviors are modified through the consequences of those behaviors, emphasizing reinforcement and punishment.