For Skinner, Reinforcers Are Defined

question 349

Multiple Choice

For Skinner, reinforcers are defined:

• A) in terms of their actual effects on changing the probability of a response.
• B) differently, depending on the definition given the individual researcher.
• C) on the basis of physiological changes within the organism.
• D) on the basis of whether the experimenter thinks they will have an effect on changing response probability.

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Definitions:

Internal Locus

This term refers to an individual’s belief that they can control their life events and outcomes, as opposed to external forces being in control.

Organizational Politics

reflects the activities and actions within an organization aimed at improving personal or departmental gain, often at the expense of others or the company overall.

Resource Allocation

The process of distributing available resources among various projects, tasks, departments, or entities within an organization.

Formal Rules

Explicitly stated regulations or guidelines that dictate the behavior or operations within an organization or society.