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[U6Q] Which of the following is an example of operant imagining?

[U4Q] The teacher noted that only 30% of students had started watching the unit videos before the weekly class period. This is an example of ___ observation.

[U6Q] Which of the following is an example of respondent imagining?

[U6Q] Dax has recently become fascinated with breaking household electronics apart to see what’s inside. There have been several incidents where he damaged expensive devices, and once he nearly caused an electrical short by plugging in exposed wiring. His caregivers are deeply concerned for his safety and the safety of others in the home. Which of the following would be a solution from the perspective of a radical behaviorist?

[U4Q] Tommy works in quality control for an automotive manufacturer. When a finished car is sent his way, he first checks that all the components are correct and functioning for that model. He then compares the construction of the car to measurements provided by the manufacturer, noting any significant deviation in assembly. Finally, his colleague comes by and repeats the process and compares findings with Tommy. Given this information, which of the following best describes validity of the observation?

[U4Q] Whenever Chris walks into the kitchen, his cat immediately follows and watches him closely. Chris noticing his cat’s stare is an example of ___ observation.

[U7Q] Based on the interview included in the unit videos, which of the following is an example of Skinner’s view of the development of behaviorism?

[U6Q] Leila enjoys baking desserts on the weekends. The first time she tried making cookies, they came out hard and burnt. The next time she baked them, she reduced the oven temperature and watched them more closely and they turned out soft and delicious. When her sister asked for advice, Leila told her to always lower the temperature for better texture. Meanwhile, Leila’s coworker read online that adding a tablespoon of cornstarch creates fluffier cookies and began using that tip. Leila’s friend insists she’s naturally talented and can bake anything perfectly. Which of the following is an example of contingency-shaped behavior?

A 17-year-old ballet student presents for treatment of amenorrhea for 1 year. On physical exam, her weight is 70% of that expected for her age and height. When this is mentioned, the patient replies that she looks fat in her ballet outfit and refuses to eat because she cannot afford to gain any more weight. Her CMP shows mild hypokalemia, and CBC is within normal limits. Blood pressure is 79/60, and heart rate is 54. What is the next step in management?

[U7Q] According to the interview in the unit videos, which of the following best reflects Skinner’s view on how behaviorism developed?