Why Is It Difficult to Determine Whether There Is a Trend

question 9

Multiple Choice

Why is it difficult to determine whether there is a trend with regard to marriage and cohabitation for same-sex couples in the U.S.?

• A) What is legally considered as marriage for same-sex couples varies by state.
• B) Civil union and domestic partnership laws do not exist for same-sex couples.
• C) The number of same-sex cohabiting partners and married couples has not changed.
• D) Same-sex couples do not want to share their marital status with other people.

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Definitions:

Primary Reinforcer

A stimulus that satisfies a basic biological need, such as food or water, and is inherently rewarding.

Negative Reinforcement

Negative reinforcement is a type of operant conditioning that occurs when a response is strengthened by stopping, removing, or avoiding a negative outcome or aversive stimulus.

Punishment

The imposition of a penalty as retribution for an offense, with the aim of correcting behavior or serving as a deterrent to others.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral psychology concept where the removal of an unfavorable outcome or stimulus strengthens a desired behavior.