Find the Limit by Evaluating the Derivative of a Suitable

question 177

Multiple Choice

Find the limit by evaluating the derivative of a suitable function at an appropriate point. (Hint: Look at the definition of the derivative.)

• A) - 2
• B) - 1
• C) 2
• D) 1
• E) 0

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Definitions:

Law of Effect

A psychological principle suggesting that behaviors followed by positive outcomes are likely to be repeated, whereas behaviors followed by negative outcomes are less likely to be repeated.

Operant Conditioning

A method of learning that employs rewards and punishments for behavior, encouraging the reinforcement of desired behaviors and the discontinuation of undesired ones.

B.F. Skinner

An American psychologist known for his work in behaviorism and the development of the theory of operant conditioning.

Law of Effect

A principle in psychology that states behaviors followed by positive outcomes are likely to be repeated, while those followed by negative outcomes are not.