Reinforcement Theory Presents Four Major Techniques Which Managers Can Use

question 54

Essay

Reinforcement theory presents four major techniques which managers can use to influence the behaviour of subordinates.Discuss each of these techniques and give a specific example of how a manager could use each of these techniques in attempting to: (a)reduce the frequency of undesired behaviours (b)increase the frequency of desired workplace behaviours.

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