In a Vertical Analysis, the Base for Cost of Goods

question 199

Multiple Choice

In a vertical analysis, the base for cost of goods sold is

• A) total selling expenses
• B) sales
• C) total expenses
• D) gross profit

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Definitions:

Extinction

The gradual weakening and eventual disappearance of a conditioned response when the conditioned stimulus is no longer paired with the unconditioned stimulus.

Successive Approximations

A behavior training process where closer and closer approximations to a desired behavior are reinforced until the desired behavior is achieved.

Shaping

A method of conditioning by which successive approximations towards a desired behavior are reinforced, gradually guiding the behavior closer to the target.

Contingency Management

A behavioral intervention strategy that modifies the consequences of behaviors to increase or decrease those behaviors.