The Essential Difference Between Negative Reinforcement and Punishment Is That

question 63

Multiple Choice

The essential difference between negative reinforcement and punishment is that

• A)negative reinforcement decreases misbehavior rather quickly.
• B)punishment decreases the behavior while negative reinforcement increases it.
• C)punishment is more effective in bringing about a positive change in behavior.
• D)punishment is presented after,and reinforcement before,the behavior has occurred.

Identify factors contributing to demographic shifts in the United States.

Recognize the impact of changing demographics on the need for cultural competence among human service practitioners.

Describe the levels of the cultural competence continuum developed by Cross et al.

Analyze the role of family and cultural definitions in a culturally competent care system.

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Definitions:

Population Cycle

The fluctuation in population numbers over a period of time due to factors like food availability, predation, and disease.

Population Behaviours

The collective actions and patterns of behaviour exhibited by individuals within a population, influencing and being influenced by social and environmental factors.

Density-dependent

Factors whose effects on the size or growth of the population vary with the population density.

Intrinsic Rate

The maximum rate of growth of a population under ideal conditions, reflecting its reproductive potential and sustainability.