The Premack Principle and the Disequilibrium Principle Both Deal with

question 154

Multiple Choice

The Premack principle and the disequilibrium principle both deal with

• A) whether or not something will be an effective reinforcer.
• B) how we come to see an overall pattern from an assortment of visual stimuli.
• C) whether we make internal or external attributions in a given situation.
• D) our motivation to resolve cognitive dissonance.

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Definitions:

Vitamin C

A water-soluble vitamin found in various fruits and vegetables, essential for the repair of tissue and enzymatic production of certain neurotransmitters.

Scurvy

A disease resulting from a deficiency of vitamin C, characterized by swollen bleeding gums, bruising, joint pain, and general weakness.

Magnesium

A mineral and a key component of many enzymes, playing a critical role in various physiological processes including muscle and nerve function, blood sugar control, and blood pressure regulation.

Carbon Dioxide Metabolism

The process by which living organisms produce energy through the oxidation of carbon dioxide, or its involvement in photosynthesis in plants.