Which of the Following Statements Is Not True

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is not true?

• A)The growth rate for LDCs is still growing
• B)The growth rate for MDCs has now stabilized
• C)Approximately half of the human population live in LDCs
• D)People in LDCs are often underfed and live in poverty
• E)The LDCs are not fully industrialized

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Definitions:

Avoiding Punishment

Engaging in behavior with the aim to prevent, escape from, or decrease the likelihood of negative consequences or sanctions.

Variable Interval Schedule

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed, leading to a variable response pattern.

Variable Ratio Schedule

A reinforcement schedule where a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses, leading to a high and steady rate of response.

Fixed Interval Schedule

A reinforcement schedule that rewards the first response after a predetermined period has passed.