Which of the Following Would Result in a Decrease in the Effectiveness

question 85

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would result in a decrease in the effectiveness of punishment?

• A)increasing the intensity of the punishment
• B)lengthening the delay between the response and the punishment
• C)providing the subject with an alternative response that will lead to the desired reinforcer
• D)making the punishment more consistent

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Definitions:

Bronchial Tree

A series of tubes that begins where the distal end of the trachea branches.

Pharynx

The muscular tube that connects the mouth and nasal passages with the esophagus and larynx, involved in breathing, swallowing, and speaking.

Inspiratory Reserve Volume

The additional amount of air that can be forcibly inhaled after the completion of a normal inspiration.

Inspiratory Capacity

The maximum amount of air an individual can inhale after completing a normal, restful exhalation, important in respiratory assessments.