People Often Engage in Behaviour That Is Reinforcing in the Short

question 121

Multiple Choice

People often engage in behaviour that is reinforcing in the short term but is not in their long-term interest. This reflects the influence of

• A) the immediacy of reinforcement.
• B) their level of motivation.
• C) the schedule of reinforcement.
• D) the magnitude of reinforcement.

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Definitions:

Bizarre Behavior

Actions that are very strange or unusual, often indicating an underlying mental health issue.

Schizophrenia

A mental disorder characterized by disturbances in thought, perception, and behavior, often involving delusions and auditory hallucinations.

Delusions

A belief or impression that is firmly maintained despite being contradicted by what is generally accepted as reality, often a symptom of mental disorders.

Hallucinations

False sensory experiences that appear real despite the absence of an external stimulus, which can affect all senses.