What Was a "Grandfather Clause

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Essay

What was a "grandfather clause"?

Learn about Skinner's personal history and how it influenced his theoretical orientation.

Recognize the potential for controlling behavior using Skinner's methodologies.

Discuss the implications of Skinner's work for the study and practice of psychology, especially concerning observable behavior.

Describe the effects of reinforcing behavior and how it can shape behavior.

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Definitions:

Hydrogen Ions

Positively charged ions (H+) formed when hydrogen atoms lose their electrons, significantly involved in acid-base chemistry.

Fermentation

A metabolic process that produces chemical changes in organic substrates through the action of enzymes, commonly used in the making of beer, wine, and bread.

Aerobic Respiration

A metabolic process in cells that uses oxygen to convert glucose into energy, producing water and carbon dioxide as byproducts.

Oxygen

A chemical element with the symbol O, essential for respiration in most living organisms and for combustion processes.