A Small-N Design That Involves a Large Number of Trials

question 48

Multiple Choice

A small-n design that involves a large number of trials completed by one or a few individuals and conducted to describe basic behaviors is called ______.

• A) discrete trials
• B) A-B-A
• C) baseline
• D) reversal

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Definitions:

Punishment

Punishment involves applying a negative consequence or removing a positive reinforcement in response to undesired behaviour, with the aim of reducing or eliminating that behaviour.

Agents

Representatives or intermediaries who act on behalf of others in various transactions or negotiations.

Principals

Individuals who have the primary responsibility and authority within an organization, often relating to decision making and financial commitments.

VIE Theory

An organizational theory that explains motivation through three components: valence, instrumentality, and expectancy.