What Was the Most Likely Outcome for a Person Who

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Multiple Choice

What was the most likely outcome for a person who was mentally ill and accused of being a witch during the Renaissance?

• A) death
• B) exile from society
• C) treatment
• D) exorcism

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Definitions:

Fixed-Ratio

In the context of behavioral psychology, this refers to a reinforcement schedule that rewards a response only after a specified number of responses.

Variable-Ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable number of responses, commonly used in behavior modification programs.

Fixed-Interval

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded only after a specified amount of time has elapsed.

People-first language

A linguistic approach that emphasizes the individuality of persons with disabilities by mentioning the person first and the disability second.