A Basic Principle Governing Operant Conditioning Is That

question 335

Multiple Choice

A basic principle governing operant conditioning is that:

• A) behaviours are controlled by their consequences.
• B) for operant conditioning to occur, a conditioned stimulus must precede an unconditioned stimulus.
• C) behaviour must have an effect on the environment to be learned.
• D) behaviours are controlled by internal causes.

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Definitions:

Subsidy

A financial contribution granted by the government or a public body to assist an industry or business so that the price of a commodity or service may remain low or competitive.

Monopoly

A market structure characterized by a single seller who has exclusive control over the supply of a good or service and where entry by new competitors is obstructed.

Utility

A measure of satisfaction or happiness that a consumer derives from the consumption of goods and services.

Subsidy

A financial contribution granted by a government or other organization to support an economic activity, reduce the price of a commodity or service, or for other purpose deemed beneficial.