Which of the Following Would Be Most Effective in Melting

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be most effective in melting ice on a sidewalk?

• A)1 kg NaCl
• B)1 kg KCl
• C)1 kg MgCl₂
• D)1 kg CuCl
• E)1 kg CaCl₂

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Definitions:

Differential Reinforcement

A technique used in behavior modification that involves reinforcing desired behaviors while withholding reinforcement for undesired behaviors.

DRO Increasing-Interval Schedule

A DRO schedule that thins or fades the reinforcement by gradually increasing the length of the interval. If the specified interval passes without a target response occurring, reinforcement is delivered and the next interval can be increased by a certain amount of time. If the response does occur, however, the next interval stays the same.

Topographically Incompatible

Refers to behaviors that cannot occur simultaneously because the performance of one behavior physically restricts the other.

Differential Reinforcement

A technique in behavior therapy focusing on reinforcing desired behaviors while withholding reinforcement for undesired behaviors.