​Based on Research Findings, Which Is Most Accurate Regarding the Relationship

question 45

Multiple Choice

​Based on research findings, which is most accurate regarding the relationship between cardiovascular disease (CVD) and stress?

• A) ​Stress can precipitate heart attacks but does not contribute to developing CVD.
• B) ​Stress can contribute to developing CVD but does not precipitate heart attacks.
• C) ​Stress can precipitate heart attacks and also can contribute to developing CVD.
• D) ​Stress can correlate with but not contribute to CVD or precipitate heart attacks.

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Definitions:

Insight

The ability to comprehend someone or something thoroughly and precisely.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavior reinforcement strategy where the removal of an unfavorable outcome or stimulus increases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.

Secondary Learning

The process of acquiring knowledge or skills that builds upon or expands from primary learning experiences.

Shaping

A method of positive reinforcement in operant conditioning that rewards closer and closer approximations of the desired behavior.