For a Chief in a Ranked Society, His or Her

question 75

Multiple Choice

For a chief in a ranked society, his or her rank and status are reinforced through reciprocity and:

• A) restoration.
• B) generosity.
• C) accumulation.
• D) reproduction.
• E) prosperity.

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Definitions:

Reinforcement

A process in behavior psychology that increases the likelihood of a behavior by following it with a positive or negative stimulus.

Environmental Events

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Behavior

The way in which an individual acts or conducts oneself, especially towards others.

Contingency

A future event or circumstance that is possible but cannot be predicted with certainty, often requiring planning for different potential outcomes.