The Boxes Below Contain a Series of 0 $$\begin{array} { | c | c | c | c | c | } \hline \mathrm { A } & \mathrm { B } & \mathrm { C } & \mathrm { D } & \mathrm { E } \\\hline\end{array}$$

question 208

Essay

The boxes below contain a series of 0.1 M aqueous solutions of increasing pH where A is the solution of lowest pH and E is the solution of highest pH. $$\begin{array} { | c | c | c | c | c | } \hline \mathrm { A } & \mathrm { B } & \mathrm { C } & \mathrm { D } & \mathrm { E } \\\hline\end{array}$$
Match each box with the correct compound.
phenol,pK_a = 9.89
cyanide ion,pK_b = 4.69
pyridine,pK_b = 8.75
hydrogen sulfate ion,pK_a = 1.92
sodium nitrate

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

A type of operant conditioning that strengthens a behavior by removing an unpleasant stimulus when the behavior occurs.

Tertiary Reinforcement

A form of reinforcement where a stimulus gains its reinforcing power through association with a secondary reinforcer, rather than satisfying a basic biological need.

Secondary Reinforcement

A process where a stimulus reinforces a behavior because it is paired with a primary reinforcer.

Positive Reinforcement

A method in behavior modification that involves the addition of a rewarding stimulus following a desired behavior, encouraging its recurrence.