The Richter Magnitude of an Earthquake Is Determined from the ________

question 59

Multiple Choice

The Richter magnitude of an earthquake is determined from the ________.

• A)duration of the earthquake
• B)intensity of the earthquake
• C)arrival time of P and S waves
• D)amplitude of the largest seismic wave

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Definitions:

Time Out

A form of behavioral modification that involves temporarily removing an individual from an environment where inappropriate behavior has occurred, to decrease that behavior.

Conventional Punishment

Traditional forms of punishment used to decrease or eliminate undesirable behaviors.

Effective Punishment

A punishment that reduces the likelihood of the behavior it follows occurring again, by being immediate, consistent, and proportionate.

Fear Stimulus

Any object, situation, or event that elicits a fear response, either through learned experience or innate reaction.