Understanding the Antecedents of Operant Behavior Provides Information on the Circumstances

question 31

Multiple Choice

Understanding the antecedents of operant behavior provides information on the circumstances in which the behavior was:​

• A) ​reinforced
• B) ​not reinforced
• C) ​punished
• D) ​all of these

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Definitions:

Pituitary Gland

The endocrine system’s most influential gland. Under the influence of the hypothalamus, the pituitary regulates growth and controls other endocrine glands.

Thyroid Gland

An endocrine gland in the neck that produces hormones regulating metabolism and energy levels, among other functions.

Neural Networks

Systems of interconnected neurons that process information in both the human brain and in artificial constructs, simulating the way biological nervous systems work.

Gravitational Forces

The attraction between two bodies due to their mass, which dictates the motion of planets, stars, and other objects in the universe as described by the law of gravity.