Which of the Following Could Impede Productivity Improvements

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following could impede productivity improvements?

• A)Lack of savings.
• B)Higher ratios of capital to labor.
• C)Technological advances.
• D)Management training.

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Definitions:

Aversive Punishment

A form of punishment that involves introducing an unpleasant or painful stimulus in order to reduce the likelihood of a behavior reoccurring.

Positive Reinforcers

Stimuli that, when introduced following a behavior, increase the likelihood that the behavior will occur again in the future.

Strengthen Behaviors

Techniques used to increase the frequency or likelihood of a desired behavior, often through reinforcement.

Variable-Interval Schedule

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed, leading to a steady, consistent response rate.