Use an Algebraic Approach to Solve the Problem: a Board

question 46

Multiple Choice

Use an algebraic approach to solve the problem: A board 35 feet long is cut into two pieces such that the length of one piece is two-thirds of the length of the other piece. Find the length of the shorter piece of board.

• A) 35 feet
• B) 7 feet
• C) 21 feet
• D) -7 feet
• E) 14 feet

Recognize different types of reinforcement and punishment in operant conditioning.

Understand the concept of reinforcement schedules and their effects on behavior.

Identify and understand the application of conditioning principles in real-life scenarios.

Understand the concepts of shaping and higher-order conditioning.

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Definitions:

Overestimate

To assess something as more significant or numerous than it actually is, often due to overvaluation or miscalculation.

Distributed Practice

A learning strategy where practice is broken up into a number of short sessions over a longer period of time.

Proactive Interference

The occurrence in which earlier memories interfere with the retrieval of more recent memories.

Testing Effect

The enhanced memory performance and retention resulting from being tested on material as opposed to only studying it.