Typically, an Individual Takes Only One Newspaper from the Bin

question 351

Multiple Choice

Typically, an individual takes only one newspaper from the bin because

• A) of the low marginal utility of additional newspapers.
• B) total utility will rise with consumption of more than one newspaper.
• C) marginal utility increases with the first consumption of newspapers.
• D) there are limited amounts of newspapers in the bin.

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Definitions:

Reflex Response

An automatic, involuntary reaction to a specific stimulus, occurring without conscious thought as part of the body's defense mechanisms.

Operant Conditioning

A method of learning that occurs through rewards and punishments for behavior, emphasizing the strength of behavior as a result of its consequences.

Unconditioned Response

A spontaneous, innate response to a stimulus that happens without any previous learning or conditioning.

Unconditional Reinforcement

Unconditional reinforcement refers to a method of reinforcing desired behavior by consistently providing a positive outcome, without any conditions.