DrMannisto Is a Behaviorist Who Is Studying the Causes of Excessive

question 126

Multiple Choice

Dr.Mannisto is a behaviorist who is studying the causes of excessive violence among some hockey players.She is likely to consider whether:

• A)the more aggressive players have experienced brain injuries.
• B)there is a reward for players who engage in excessive violence.
• C)the more aggressive players experienced emotional abuse in childhood.
• D)cultural change has shaped hockey players to become more violent than in the past.

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Definitions:

Ruffini Ending

A type of nerve ending found in the skin that detects stretching, deformations within joints, and warmth.

Merkel Cell

A type of skin cell that functions as a mechanoreceptor, contributing to the sense of touch by detecting pressure and texture.

Lamellated Corpuscle

The lamellated corpuscles, also known as Pacinian corpuscles, are nerve endings in the skin and other tissues that detect pressure and vibration.

Tympanic Membrane

A thin membrane that separates the outer ear from the middle ear, vibrating in response to sound waves and allowing for the perception of sound.