Andrew Wants to Increase the Time That He Studies Each

question 42

Multiple Choice

Andrew wants to increase the time that he studies each week,and he writes a behavioral contract in which he will be the one to implement the contingencies.The contract states that he can go to a party on the weekend if he studies 15 hours during the week.Andrew studies for only 10 hours during the week,but still goes to a party on the weekend.This is referred to as:​

• A) ​modifying the contingencies
• B) ​short-circuiting the contingencies
• C) ​consequence avoidance
• D) ​consequence delay

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Definitions:

Brain Weight

The mass of the brain, which in adult humans averages about 1.3 to 1.4 kg (approximately 2.9 pounds), though it varies between individuals and across different age and sex groups.

Myelination

The process of coating the axons of neurons with a fatty layer, called myelin, which improves the speed and efficiency of electrical signal transmission in the nervous system.

Cerebellum

A region of the brain that plays a significant role in motor control, coordination, and balance.

Left Hemisphere

The half of the brain that is typically responsible for language, analytical thought, and logical reasoning in most individuals.