Research Indicates That Onset of Puberty _______________

question 44

Multiple Choice

Research indicates that onset of puberty _______________.

• A)has remained relatively unchanged for several centuries
• B)is occurring at later ages than ever before in developed countries
• C)is occurring at earlier ages than ever before in developed countries
• D)is less important to teenagers today than it has been historically

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Definitions:

Operant Behavior

Behavior that is controlled or influenced by its consequences, including rewards and punishments, in the context of learning.

Immediate Reinforcers

Rewards that occur directly following a behavior, increasing the chance of that behavior being repeated.

Partial Reinforcer

A reinforcement strategy in which only a portion of responses are rewarded, aimed at strengthening behavior.

Primary Reinforcer

An innately reinforcing stimulus, such as one that satisfies a biological need (e.g., food, water, shelter).