When a Couple Refrains from Sexual Intercourse by Engaging in Intimacy

question 31

Multiple Choice

When a couple refrains from sexual intercourse by engaging in intimacy such as hugging,kissing,and touching,this is known as:

• A)coitus.
• B)contraception
• C)outercourse.
• D)failure rate

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Definitions:

Older Children

Older children refers to youths who are in the middle childhood phase, typically between the ages of 6 and 12, displaying advanced cognitive and physical development compared to younger children.

Operant Conditioning

A method of learning that employs rewards and punishments for behavior, which increases or decreases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.

Young Children

A phase of early childhood encompassing the ages from infancy through early elementary years, typically considered to be ages 2-6.

Reinforcer

In behaviorism, any event that strengthens or increases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.