The Joint Probability of Two Dependent Events, P (A and B)

question 22

Short Answer

The joint probability of two dependent events, P (A and B), is computed as _______________.

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

A process in behavior modification where the removal of an undesirable outcome strengthens a behavior.

Punishment

A process in behavior modification that involves presenting an adverse event or outcome in order to decrease the likelihood of a behavior recurring.

Biologically Primed

Innately equipped or predisposed by biology to learn certain behaviors or develop certain physical or psychological traits.

Associate Sickness

The process by which individuals link certain stimuli or experiences with feeling ill.