An Event That Decreases the Behavior That Precedes It Is

question 12

Multiple Choice

An event that decreases the behavior that precedes it is a

• A) negative reinforcer.
• B) punishment.
• C) conditioned stimulus.
• D) secondary reinforcer.

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Definitions:

Pigouvian Subsidies

Financial incentives given by the government to encourage activities that have positive external effects on society.

Government Transfers

Payments by the government to individuals for which no good or service is provided in return.

Deadweight Loss

Deadweight loss is the decrease in total surplus (both consumer and producer surplus) that occurs when a market is not in perfect competition, typically due to inefficiencies like taxes, subsidies, or monopolies.

Disposable Income

The amount of money that households have available for spending and saving after income taxes have been accounted for.