Positive Punishment Is the Introduction of A(n)________ Stimulus Following a Behavior

question 162

Multiple Choice

Positive punishment is the introduction of a(n) ________ stimulus following a behavior and negative punishment is the withdrawal of a(n) ________ stimulus following a behavior.

• A) pleasant;pleasant
• B) aversive;aversive
• C) pleasant;aversive
• D) aversive;pleasant

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Definitions:

Depression

A deep and prolonged business downturn; the last one occurred in the 1930s.

Velocity of Circulation

The rate at which money moves through the economy, from transactions of individuals and businesses.

Unemployment Rate

A measure of the percentage of the labor force that is jobless and actively looking for employment.

Expansionary Monetary Policy

A policy by central banks to increase the money supply and decrease interest rates to stimulate economic growth.