The Mayor of a Large City Has Formed a Task

question 63

Essay

The mayor of a large city has formed a task force to create and implement a master plan to decrease the high school dropout rate.From a learning-style perspective,the mayor's candidates are all divergers.Why might this task force not be successful,and who would you add to the group to achieve its mission?

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Definitions:

Aversion Therapy

A psychological treatment method that uses negative stimuli to reduce or eliminate undesirable behaviors.

Sexual Arousal

Sexual arousal refers to the physiological and psychological state of being prepared for sexual activity, often characterized by increased blood flow to genital areas and heightened sexual desire.

Given A Shock

Exposed to a sudden and surprising event or experience, often causing a disturbance.

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique aimed at reducing phobic or anxiety responses through gradual exposure to the feared object or situation.