A Pie Graph Is Not Useful in Showing Which of the Following

question 45

Multiple Choice

A pie graph is not useful in showing which of the following characteristics of a data set?

• A) frequency changes over time
• B) relative frequencies for each category in the distribution
• C) categories that make up the largest proportions of the total
• D) categories that make up the smallest proportions of the total

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Definitions:

Variable-Ratio

A reinforcement schedule in which a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses, making it highly resistant to extinction.

Fixed-Ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is reinforced only after a specified number of responses have occurred.

Fixed-Interval

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

Social Learning Approach

A theory emphasizing that new behaviors can be acquired by observing and imitating others, in addition to the effects of reinforcement and punishment.