From Genetic Testing a Patient Learns of Having a Y-Linked

question 15

Multiple Choice

From genetic testing a patient learns of having a Y-linked genetic disorder. Which health problem would be explained by this finding?

• A) Infertility
• B) Hemophilia A
• C) Beta-thalassemia
• D) Tay-Sachs disease

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Definitions:

Reinforcement Theory

Reinforcement Theory is a psychological principle that suggests behavior is shaped by its consequences, with positive reinforcement encouraging and negative reinforcement discouraging certain actions.

Performance Evaluations

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Punishment

A method used to reduce undesirable behavior by applying a negative consequence or removing a positive stimulus following the behavior.

Extinction

In the context of behavioral psychology, it refers to the gradual weakening and eventual disappearance of a conditioned response when it is no longer reinforced.