Any Stimulus That Follows a Behavior and Decreases the Likelihood

question 168

Multiple Choice

Any stimulus that follows a behavior and decreases the likelihood that the behavior will be repeated is called a(n) ________.

• A) aversive stimulus
• B) punisher
• C) negative reinforcer
• D) antecedent

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Definitions:

Financial Statement(s)

Documents that provide an overview of a business's financial condition, including balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement.

Permanent/Temporary

Categories of accounts in accounting, where permanent accounts have balances that are carried over into future periods, while temporary accounts are closed at the end of each accounting period.

Normal Balance

The side (debit or credit) of an account that is usually increased, indicative of the account type's nature in the accounting equation.

Financial Statement(s)

Reports that provide comprehensive information about a company's financial health, operations, and cash flows over a defined period, serving as a basis for financial analysis.