A Child Is Scolded for Using His Fingers Instead of His

question 51

Multiple Choice

A child is scolded for using his fingers instead of his fork to eat some spaghetti.The scolding stops when he picks up his fork.This is an example of _______ reinforcement.

• A)positive
• B)negative
• C)tertiary
• D)secondary

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Definitions:

Independent Means

Statistical measures or values that are not influenced by other variables in a study.

Alternative Hypothesis

A statement that contradicts the null hypothesis, suggesting there is a significant difference or effect.

Middle Class

Refers to the social group between the upper and working classes, including professionals, business people, and others with a moderate to high income level.

Lower Class

A term often used in sociology to describe a social group that is at the bottom of a societal hierarchy based on wealth, education, or occupation.