Zander Is Engaging in Self-Injurious Behavior by Biting His Lips

question 5

Multiple Choice

Zander is engaging in self-injurious behavior by biting his lips until they bleed.His therapist praises him when he talks,chews gum,or even sticks out his tongue,because when he engages in these behaviors he cannot bite his lips.This approach is ______.

• A) differential reinforcement of incompatible behaviors
• B) differential reinforcement of zero behavior
• C) punishment by contingent stimulation
• D) overcorrection

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Quarternary Structure

The level of protein structure where multiple polypeptide chains come together to form a functional protein complex.

Primary Structure

The linear sequence of amino acids in a protein, dictating its overall shape and function.

Amino Acids

Biomolecules that function as protein precursors, featuring both amino and carboxyl functional groups.

Pleated Sheets

Structures formed by folding of polypeptide chains in proteins, stabilized by hydrogen bonds, contributing to the protein's tertiary and quaternary structures.