Which of the Following Instances Would Be the Most Effective

question 611

Multiple Choice

Which of the following instances would be the most effective use of mild punishment in a behavioral contract?

• A) A person wanting to lose weight sends money to a political candidate he detests if he does not meet a specific loss of weight by a weekly weigh-in.
• B) A person uses a metal cigarette holder with a tip that is heated by the burning tobacco to make smoking unpleasant.
• C) A person records the feedback of those around him in order to change his outlook and mood.
• D) A person has to spend an hour studying before he can watch a half hour of TV.

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Definitions:

Face-to-face Negotiations

Direct negotiations between parties who are physically present in the same location, allowing for immediate interaction and feedback.

Industrial Relations Department

A division within a company focused on managing relationships and negotiating labor contracts with employees and unions.

Open For Negotiation

A term indicating willingness to discuss and compromise on terms in a discussion or agreement.

Mutual Gains Bargaining

A negotiation strategy where all parties involved aim to find solutions that benefit everyone, rather than competing for fixed resources.