Which of the Following Best Describes the Current Situation Regarding

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the current situation regarding prescription privileges for psychologists in Canada?

• A) The CPA has not taken a stand on the issue of prescription privileges.
• B) The CPA is in complete support of such privileges.
• C) The CPA does not believe the extra costs and time needed for extra training is worth the privilege.
• D) The CPA completely supports the American approach to reducing health care costs.
• E) The Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) is vehemently opposed to allowing such privileges.

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Definitions:

Fixed-Ratio Reinforcement

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded only after a specified number of responses, promoting a high and stable response rate.

Variable-Ratio Reinforcement

A reinforcement schedule where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable number of responses, typically used to encourage repetitive behavior.

Fixed-Interval Reinforcement

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded only after a specified time has elapsed, leading to a pattern of responses following the passage of each interval.

Variable-Interval Reinforcement

A reinforcement schedule in which a response is rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed.