Betty Is Constipated; She Generally Has Bowel Movements Only Twice

question 82

Multiple Choice

Betty is constipated; she generally has bowel movements only twice a week.To help relieve her constipation without taking medications,Betty should

• A)restrict her fluid intake.
• B)use colon cleansing enemas daily.
• C)reduce her intake of fruits and vegetables.
• D)increase her intake of foods that contain insoluble fiber.

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Definitions:

Fixed-ratio

A reinforcement schedule in which a response is rewarded after a predetermined number of responses.

Variable-interval

A reinforcement timetable in which a response is reinforced following a random duration of time.

Variable-ratio Schedule

A reinforcement schedule where a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses, making it highly resistant to extinction.

Specific Number

A specific number refers to a distinct and particular numerical value, identified without ambiguity.