What Is the Most Serious Consequence Stemming from the Loss

question 9

Multiple Choice

What is the most serious consequence stemming from the loss of balance among older adults?

• A)A reduction in dexterity when attempting to perform household tasks
• B)An increase in depressed mood as a result of impaired mobility
• C)Reduced stamina
• D)An increase in falls

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Definitions:

Fixed-ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is reinforced only after a specified number of responses, commonly used in behavior analysis.

Variable-ratio

A reinforcement schedule in which a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses, leading to high and steady response rates.

Negative Reinforcer

A stimulus whose removal immediately after a response increases the frequency of that response in the future.

Immediate Reinforcer

A reward that occurs directly following a behavior, which increases the likelihood of that behavior being repeated.