Normative Economics

question 13

Multiple Choice

Normative economics:

• A)involves value judgments.
• B)tries to present the mere facts about the economy.
• C)sets social norms and beliefs at the centre of the analysis.
• D)is concerned with the possible social states of an economy.

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Definitions:

Stimulus Generalisation

The tendency for the conditioned response to be evoked by stimuli that are similar to the conditioned stimulus used during learning.

Stimulus Discrimination

The ability to differentiate between two or more distinct stimuli, responding only to the specific stimulus conditioned.

Classroom Conditioning

The process of using behavioral psychology principles to encourage learning and desirable behavior within a classroom setting.

Reinforce Behaviour

The process of encouraging or establishing a pattern of behavior by offering rewards or consequences.