The parents of a 13-year-old boy would like him to help out more around the house, including doing his share of the dishes. After a meal at which it is his turn to do the dishes, he first refuses, pleading that he has other things to do that are more important. Frustrated, with his refusal, his parents start yelling at him and continue until he complies with their request. But as he washes, the dishes, his mother notices that he is doing a very poor job, so she relieves him of his duty and finished the job herself. What type of reinforcement did the parents use to gain the boyâs compliance? What behaviors of the parents did the boy reinforce by complying with their request?

What behavior did the mother inadvertently strengthen by relieving the boy of his chores?

Based on your reading of the material, how would you suggest this family change these reinforcement patterns?

Sarah and joe are arrested for allegedly stealing computer equipment. which of the following is correct? the trial would only begin and end in the state court system in the state where the crime is alleged to have happened. the trial would begin in a state-level appellate court and go to the federal court of appeal if the verdict is challenged. the trial would begin in a state-level court of original jurisdiction and go to a state appellate court if either side appeals the case. the trial would begin in a u.s. district court for the circuit and go to the u.s. supreme court if either party challenges the verdict.

Which of the following statements describes the nature of "stigma" as it relates to welfare? a) society values individual characteristics such as self-reliance and a willingness to work hard, welfare recipients are seen as dependent and lazy. b) social welfare hs been polarized as a "moral category", and its related policy includes treating the poor in a dignified manner, as to highlight the responsible nature of the welfare recipents. c) the norm of reciprocity explains the societal obligation to make some return for the things received, welfare recipents are stigmatized because they are able to be seen as making appropiate contributions for the benefits they incur. d) the capitalistic nature of u.s. society stresses that those who work hard and have the ability will be rewarded with success, welfare recipients are equal to those who do not receive welfare because both groups of people deserve the benefits of success.

Situation #1: imagine that you are a free black male living in columbus, oh in 1863. you have seen the recruiting poster and have been thinking a lot about whether or not to enlist in the union army. write a one-page letter (double spaced) to your mother telling her of the decision you have made about enlisting (or not enlisting). be sure to explain the reasons that caused you to make the decision.