Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

• A) Alkenes are as unreactive as alkanes.
• B) Electrophilic addition reactions proceed via either an E1 or E2 mechanism.
• C) The first step of an H-X electrophilic addition is the formation of a carbanion.
• D) Carbon-carbon double bonds are electron rich and are nucleophilic.
• E) During the addition of an H-X molecule, the H atom behaves as a nucleophile while the X atom behaves as an electrophile.

Differentiate between positive and negative reinforcement, and positive and negative punishment.

Understand the concepts of fixed-ratio, fixed-interval, variable-ratio, and variable-interval schedules of reinforcement.

Comprehend the significance of discriminative stimuli in operant conditioning.

Identify misconceptions about behavior modification techniques and the views of B. F. Skinner.

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