Which of the Following Statements About Classification Is False

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about classification is false?

• A) You should choose one basis for classification and stick with it.
• B) Your basis for classification should be creative and interesting.
• C) You need to have a reason for your classification.
• D) Your details do not need to be as descriptive and specific as in other paragraph types.

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Definitions:

Reinforcement

In behavioral psychology, a consequence that will strengthen an organism's future behavior whenever that behavior is preceded by a specific antecedent stimulus.

Discrimination

Unfair or prejudicial treatment of individuals or groups based on characteristics such as race, gender, age, or sexual orientation.

Operant Conditioning

A learning framework through which a behavior's strength is altered by either reinforcement techniques or punitive actions.

Vending Machines

Automated machines that provide items such as snacks, beverages, and other products to consumers after money, a credit card, or a specially designed card is inserted into the machine.