A Reinforcer Is a Consequence That __________ a Behavior, While

question 80

Multiple Choice

A reinforcer is a consequence that __________ a behavior, while a punisher is a consequence that __________ a behavior.

• A) motivates; stimulates
• B) weakens; strengthens
• C) inhibits; motivates
• D) strengthens; weakens

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Definitions:

Oligopolistic

Pertaining to a market structure where a small number of firms dominate the industry, leading to limited competition and high barriers to entry.

Decision Variable

A variable that decision makers control in planning and decision-making processes, representing choices available to achieve an objective.

Price Takers

Economic agents who accept market prices as given because they do not have enough market power to influence those prices.

Strategic Behavior

Actions taken by firms or individuals that consider the responses or reactions of other participants and attempt to influence outcomes.