A Woodchuck Tries to Crack a Walnut Shell in Two

question 124

Multiple Choice

A woodchuck tries to crack a walnut shell in two different ways-with his paws and with his teeth.The last method worked and the first did not,hence the woodchuck will be more likely to rely on his teeth for splitting the next nut.This observation illustrates the:

• A)discrimination principle.
• B)law of practice.
• C)law of effect.
• D)Premack principle.

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Definitions:

Hyperventilating

Breathing at an abnormally rapid rate, leading to a decrease in carbon dioxide levels in the blood.

Ventilation

The process of providing fresh air to a space or the exchange of air to remove stale air, crucial for maintaining healthy indoor environments.

Lungs

Organs located in the chest on either side of the heart that enable the respiration process by exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide.

Airway Obstruction

A blockage in any part of the airway that impedes normal breathing, potentially life-threatening if not promptly treated.