In the Design of Biosphere 2, Which Environmental Variables Could

question 53

Multiple Choice

In the design of Biosphere 2, which environmental variables could be carefully controlled and precisely measured?

• A) the temperature
• B) water availability
• C) the proportion of oxygen in the air
• D) the proportion of carbon dioxide in the air
• E) all of the above

Evaluate the role of media and public opinion in shaping political strategies and policies, specifically through figures like Woodrow Wilson and Theodore Roosevelt.

Grasp the concepts of pragmatism and effective freedom as proposed by philosophers such as John Dewey and their application in Progressive reforms.

Identify and explain the significance of landmark legal decisions and political strategies, including Muller v. Oregon and the use of recall.

Describe the changes in social norms and freedoms, including sexual freedom and freedom of expression, during the Progressive era.

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Definitions:

Aversive Stimuli

An unpleasant or harmful object, event, or situation that is avoided or intended to be avoided by an organism or individual.

Electric Shock

A sudden discharge of electricity through a part of the body, which can be used therapeutically or may occur accidentally.

Scoldings

Verbal reprimands or expressions of disapproval, often used as a form of discipline or correction.

Negative Reinforcement

Negative reinforcement involves the removal of an unpleasant stimulus to increase the likelihood of a particular behavior being repeated.