The Parents of 2-Year-Old Joshua Are Frustrated with His Screaming

question 16

Multiple Choice

The parents of 2-year-old Joshua are frustrated with his screaming when he wants something. According to Skinner, which of these would be the BEST advice to give Joshua's parents if they wish to stop Joshua's screaming?

• A) Give Joshua what he wants whether or not he screams.
• B) Always give Joshua what he wants when he screams.
• C) Sometimes give Joshua what he wants when he screams, and sometimes refuse to give him what he wants when he screams.
• D) Never give Joshua what he wants when he screams.

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Definitions:

Short-run Elasticities

Measures of how responsive the quantity demanded or supplied of a good is to a price change over a short period.

Plant Size

The scale or capacity of a factory or production facility, which can influence its efficiency and ability to meet demand.

Elastic Demand

Refers to a situation where the quantity demanded of a good or service changes drastically in response to changes in its price.

Industry Output

The total production of goods and services provided by an industry within a specific period.