In the "Imitation Lag Hypothesis," the Length of Time That

question 13

Multiple Choice

In the "imitation lag hypothesis," the length of time that elapses between when a new Product is introduced by innovating firms in country I and when consumers in country II Decide that the new product is a good substitute for products in their current consumption Bundle is known as the __________.

• A) "imitation lag"
• B) "demand lag"
• C) "net lag"
• D) "product cycle lag"

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the removal of an unpleasant stimulus following a behavior increases the likelihood of that behavior being repeated.

Positive Reinforcement

An increase in the future frequency of a behavior due to the addition of a stimulus immediately following a response.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the removal of an unpleasant stimulus strengthens a behavior, increasing its occurrence.

Negative Punishment

A behavioral control method where the removal of a desirable stimulus decreases the likelihood of a behavior recurring.