Which of the Following Describes a Token Economy

question 169

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes a token economy?

• A) An event causing an inappropriate positive response is paired with electric shock.
• B) Upon performing desired behaviours, a patient receives something that can be exchanged for various reinforcers.
• C) An event causing inappropriate fear is paired with relaxation.
• D) The client provides token appropriate behaviours as a disguise for resistance to therapy.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Abilities

The mental capabilities that involve the acquisition, processing, retention, and application of information, such as memory, reasoning, attention, and problem-solving.

Encoding

The process of translating sensory input into a form or format that can be stored and used by the memory system.

Metacognition

The consciousness and comprehension of an individual's own cognitive mechanisms, commonly described as "thinking about thinking."

Cognitive Abilities

Refers to the mental capabilities that involve the ability to reason, plan, solve problems, think abstractly, comprehend complex ideas, learn quickly, and learn from experience.