When Someone Uses Negative Reinforcement to Change a Behavior,the Behavior

question 163

Multiple Choice

When someone uses negative reinforcement to change a behavior,the behavior is likely to ______.

• A)decrease
• B)increase
• C)remain the same
• D)completely stop

---

Definitions:

Expansionary Gap

A situation where actual output in an economy exceeds the potential output, typically leading to inflation.

Recognition Lag

The delay between the time an economic problem or trend is identified and the time it is officially recognized by policymakers or authorities.

Implementation Lag

The time needed to introduce a change in monetary or fiscal policy.

Recognition Lag

The time it takes for policymakers to identify an economic issue or trend that requires intervention.