Some people fail at a task or don’t even try in an attempt to preserve self-esteem. This process is termed self-_________________

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Answer: handicapping

Psychology

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The only vending machine in your dorm is notorious for delivering its merchandise only occasionally when people put money in it. This is most similar to a _______ schedule of reinforcement

a. fixed interval b. fixed ratio c. variable interval d. variable ratio

Psychology

Which of the following is NOT among the results of continually suppressing anger?

a. Better relationships with others b. Hypertension c. Depression d. Guilt

Psychology