The Simple Multiplier Applies

question 60

Multiple Choice

The simple multiplier applies:

• A)only when an inflationary gap exists.
• B)to shifts in the consumption and investment schedules.
• C)only to shifts in the investment schedule.
• D)only to shifts in the consumption schedule.

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Definitions:

Conditional Reinforcement

The process by which stimuli that are associated with a primary reinforcer also become reinforcers themselves, often through classical conditioning.

Postreinforcement Pause

A pause in responding that commonly occurs after the delivery of a reinforcer under certain schedules of reinforcement, such as a fixed ratio schedule.

FR-5 Schedule

A fixed-ratio schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded only after five instances of the behavior.

FR-15 Schedule

A fixed-ratio schedule of reinforcement where a response is reinforced only after it has been produced 15 times.