According to the Textbook,which of the Following Is the Primary

question 83

Multiple Choice

According to the textbook,which of the following is the primary reason why most of the women who continue to live with abusive husbands do not leave?

• A)They are pressured by religious and other groups to which they belong to stay.
• B)They are waiting for the right moment to seek revenge against their husbands.
• C)They fear their husbands will retaliate.
• D)They fear leaving will harm their prospects for getting a good job.

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Definitions:

Positive Reinforcement

The addition of a rewarding stimulus following a desired behavior, increasing the likelihood of that behavior being repeated.

Punishment

A method used to reduce undesirable behavior by applying negative consequences or removing positive reinforcements.

Improvement Plan

A strategic outline designed to identify areas of performance that need enhancement and to establish specific steps and timelines for achieving those improvements.

Intermittent Reinforcement

A conditioning schedule in which a reward or punishment (reinforcement) is given only some of the time a desired behavior occurs, leading to more resistant behavior change.