Which Statement Accurately Reflects Sex Ratios of Boys to Girls

question 228

Multiple Choice

Which statement accurately reflects sex ratios of boys to girls across the world?

• A)The natural human ratio is 105 boys per 100 girls.
• B)South Korea's ratio has declined to 100 boys per 110 girls.
• C)China remains the country with the most skewed ratio of 120 boys per 100 girls.
• D)The natural human ratio favors girls over boys to ensure that enough females exist to carry offspring.

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Definitions:

Punisher

An aversive stimulus that, when applied following a behavior, decreases the likelihood of that behavior occurring again in the future.

Primary Reinforcer

A naturally reinforcing stimulus, such as food or water, that satisfies a basic biological need.

Punishment

A consequence aimed at reducing a particular behavior, often used as a behavioral modification technique.

Antecedent

An event or condition that precedes and triggers a behavior or response, often studied in behaviorism to understand and modify behavior.