Which One of the Following Statements Is Correct

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements is correct?

• A) Patents are one way of preventing a monopoly.
• B) If pharmaceutical patents are enforced, the number of new drugs will decrease.
• C) Monopoly profit encourages firms to research and develop new drugs.
• D) Competition creates incentives for the invention of new drugs.

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Definitions:

Skinner

Refers to B.F. Skinner, a psychologist and behaviorist who developed the theory of operant conditioning, focusing on the consequences of behavior to shape future actions.

Primary Reinforcer

A stimulus that is naturally rewarding and satisfies a basic biological need, such as food or water.

Biological Need

Basic physical requirements for human survival, such as food, water, air, shelter, and sleep, that are essential for maintaining health and well-being.

Operant Conditioning

The technique of modifying the degree of a behavior through the provision of rewards or the imposition of punishments.