The Law of Effect Refers to the Tendency to

question 45

Multiple Choice

The law of effect refers to the tendency to

• A) learn associations between consecutive stimuli.
• B) learn in the absence of reinforcement.
• C) repeat behaviors that are rewarded.
• D) lose intrinsic interest in an over-rewarded activity.

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Definitions:

Racist Sexism

The complex interplay between racism and sexism, where discrimination is based not only on gender but also on race or ethnicity, highlighting a dual axis of oppression.

Stereotypes

Oversimplified generalizations about groups of people that may or may not reflect reality and can lead to prejudiced attitudes and discrimination.

Prejudice

Preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience; bias against individuals or groups.

Core Characteristics

Fundamental qualities or features that define and distinguish an entity, concept, or theory.