If Allocating Dorm Rooms Changes from Allocation by Lottery to Allocation

question 72

Multiple Choice

If allocating dorm rooms changes from allocation by lottery to allocation by the market:

• A) it becomes an economic problem.
• B) it becomes a political problem but not an economic problem.
• C) it becomes a social problem but not an economic problem.
• D) the allocation problem is still an economic problem.

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Definitions:

Positive Reinforcer

A stimulus which, when presented after a behavior, increases the likelihood of that behavior occurring again in the future.

Negative Reinforcer

An unpleasant or adverse stimulus that, when removed after a behavior, increases the likelihood of that behavior being repeated.

Mother

A female parental figure who may give birth to, adopt, or rear a child in the role of providing care, nurture, and protection.

Positive Punishment

A behavioral strategy that involves the addition of an unfavorable outcome in response to an undesired behavior.