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:

Fast Fibers

Sensory receptors in skin, muscles, organs, and membranes around both bones and joints; these myelinated fibers quickly convey intense sensory input to the brain, where it is perceived as sharp, immediate pain.

Slow Fibers

Sensory receptors in skin, muscles, organs, and membranes around both bones and joints; these unmyelinated fibers slowly convey intense sensory input to the brain, where it is perceived as chronic, dull, steady pain.

Throbbing Pain

A type of pain experience characterized by a pulsating or beating sensation, often associated with headaches or injuries.

Somatosensory Cortex

A region of the brain that processes sensory input from various parts of the body.