The Eggs of the Ascaris Lumbricoides Worm Are Ingested and Hatched

question 9

Multiple Choice

The eggs of the Ascaris lumbricoides worm are ingested and hatched in the duodenum, penetrate the intestinal wall, and migrate to the hepatic portal circulation.Its geographic distribution and infection rate are associated with:

• A) institutional crowding.
• B) poor sanitation.
• C) day care centers.
• D) moist warm soil.

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Definitions:

Discriminative Stimulus

A stimulus in the presence of which a particular response will be reinforced in operant conditioning.

Asking Questions

The act of seeking information through verbal or written inquiries to increase understanding or clarify uncertainties.

Negative Reinforcement

A type of learning where a behavior is strengthened because it is followed by the removal of an unpleasant stimulus.

Positive Reinforcement

A method in behaviorism that involves the addition of a rewarding stimulus following a desired behavior, with the aim of increasing the likelihood of that behavior being repeated.