As Karen Sat in the Classroom,she Could Barely Hear the Professor

question 75

Multiple Choice

As Karen sat in the classroom,she could barely hear the professor over the hum of the huge ceiling fans.Which barrier to listening does this describe?

• A) Self-focus
• B) Emotional noise
• C) Processing rate
• D) External noise

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Definitions:

B.F. Skinner

An influential psychologist known for his work in behaviorism and for developing the theory of operant conditioning, which involves learning through rewards and punishments.

Operant Conditioning

A behavioral modification process influenced by rewarding or disciplining actions.

Punisher

A figure or factor that decreases the likelihood of a behavior by applying a negative consequence or removing a positive stimulus.

Smoot-Hawley Tariff

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