Which of the Following Pieces of Evidence Supports a More

question 96

Multiple Choice

Which of the following pieces of evidence supports a more modern understanding of maturation?

• A)Even babies who are born deaf will babble.
• B)Children who are carried everywhere will walk later than average.
• C)Children who were born premature are at risk for a variety of cognitive difficulties.
• D)Development follows a cephalocaudal trend.

Comprehend the historical foundations and key experiments related to operant conditioning.

Understand the concepts of positive and negative reinforcement and punishment in behavior modification.

Identify and explain the role of token economies in behavior modification.

Distinguish between various learning principles such as shaping, the Premack principle, and cognitive maps.

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Definitions:

Optimal Level

The most favorable point, degree, or amount of something for a specific purpose, which maximizes efficiency or outcomes.

Task Performance

describes the execution and completion of a specific job or task, often measured in terms of efficiency and effectiveness.

Homeostasis

The tendency of a biological system to maintain internal stability and equilibrium despite changes in the external environment.

Body Functions

Refer to the physiological functions of body systems, including motor, sensory, and cognitive functions.