During the Preschool Years,parents Can Expect Their Children to Gain

question 43

Multiple Choice

During the preschool years,parents can expect their children to gain how many inches in height each year?

• A)2-3 inches
• B)About an inch
• C)1/2-1 inch
• D)1-2 inches

Differentiate between positive and negative punishment and understand their uses in behavior modification.

Understand the concept and application of operant conditioning in behavior modification.

Identify and differentiate between types of reinforcement (positive, negative) and reinforcement schedules (fixed-ratio, variable-ratio, fixed-interval, variable-interval).

Recognize shaping as a method for teaching new behaviors and skills incrementally.

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