What Has Occurred When There Is a Decrease in the Likelihood

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Multiple Choice

What has occurred when there is a decrease in the likelihood or rate of a target response?

• A) punishment
• B) positive reinforcement
• C) negative reinforcement
• D) positive reinforcement and negative reinforcement

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Definitions:

Bowel Control

The ability to manage the timing of defecation, which can be disrupted by various health conditions.

Constipation

A condition characterized by difficulty or infrequent bowel movements, often resulting in hard, dry stools that are difficult to pass.

Low-Pitched

Sounds that have a low frequency and often are perceived as deep or mellow.

Hypoactive Bowel Sounds

Reduced intestinal activity leading to diminished sounds on auscultation, indicative of decreased gastrointestinal motility.