A Nurse Teaches a Group of Parents About Positive and Negative

question 15

Multiple Choice

A nurse teaches a group of parents about positive and negative reinforcement in shaping behavior.Which is an example of a positive reinforcer?

• A) A parent who kisses a child who is crying to make the crying stop
• B) An adolescent who runs away from home because of trouble in school
• C) A parent who praises a child for putting toys away after playtime
• D) An adolescent who drives within the speed limit to avoid getting a ticket

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Definitions:

Chromatin

The substance within a cell nucleus, composed of DNA and protein, that condenses to form chromosomes during cell division.

Telophase

A phase of cell division in mitosis and meiosis where chromosomes arrive at opposite poles of the cell and begin to decondense, leading to the formation of two new nuclear membranes.

Intermediate Filaments

A component of the cytoskeleton in eukaryotic cells, providing structural support and stability.

Plasma Membrane

A biological membrane that separates the interior of all cells from the outside environment, controlling the movement of substances in and out of cells.