Figuer: -What Did the Researchers Conclude Based on the Data Shown

question 24

Multiple Choice

Figuer:
-What did the researchers conclude based on the data shown in figure (b) ?

• A) Harvesting fish in a slot limit led to an increase in average size over time.
• B) Harvesting larger fish led to a decrease in average size over time.
• C) Harvesting fish in a slot limit led to a decrease in average size over time.
• D) Harvesting larger fish led to an increase in average size over time.
• E) Harvesting fish randomly led to an increase in average size over time.

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Definitions:

Premack Principle

A principle in psychology which states that more probable behaviors will reinforce less probable behaviors.

Chaining

A behavioral technique involving linking together discrete behaviors to form a complex behavior sequence.

Operant Conditioning

A method of learning that employs rewards and punishments for behavior, through which an association is made between a behavior and a consequence for that behavior.

Ladder

A set of steps or rungs between two vertical bars, used for climbing up or down.