Consider the Following to Answer the Question(s) Below

question 26

Multiple Choice

Consider the following to answer the question(s) below:
An airline has found that its flights between Toronto and Vancouver can take anywhere from 4.5 to 7.5 hours, with any time between this range being equally likely.
-What is the probability that the flight will take more than 7 hours?

• A) 0.83
• B) 0.33
• C) 0.67
• D) 0.17
• E) 0.99

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Definitions:

Reinforcement

In operant conditioning, a reward that, when applied following a behavior, increases the frequency of that behavior. In classical conditioning, this refers to the pairing of an unconditioned stimulus (such as food) with a conditioned stimulus (such as a bell).

Operant Response

A behavioral response that is influenced by the consequences that follow it, central to B.F. Skinner's operant conditioning theory.

Entity Theory

In Dweck’s theory of motivation, an individual’s belief that abilities are fixed and unchangeable.

Incremental Theory

In Dweck’s theory of motivation, an individual’s belief that abilities can increase with experience and practice.