In a Behavior Modification Program at the Local School, Children

question 606

Multiple Choice

In a behavior modification program at the local school, children were given "good behavior" slips that could be exchanged for candy or toys at the end of the week. Which of the following would be a FALSE statement regarding this type of reinforcement?

• A)The "good behavior" slips would be considered token reinforcers.
• B)The "good behavior" slips would be considered secondary reinforcers.
• C)The "good behavior" slips will lose their reinforcing value more quickly than primary reinforcers.
• D)The students can exchange their "good behavior" slips at the end of the week for primary reinforcers.

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Opportunity Cost

The cost of an alternative that must be forgone in order to pursue a certain action, the benefits you could have received by taking an alternative action.

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