Which of the Following Is NOT an Example of Operant

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an example of operant behavior?

• A) a child doing her homework after she receives her teacher's approval for her behavior
• B) a rat pressing a bar after receiving food for this behavior
• C) a dog blinking its eyes after a flash of light is presented
• D) a rat pressing a bar after avoiding a shock for this behavior
• E) a child sitting quietly because he knows his father is working and needs to concentrate.

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Definitions:

Society's Total Utility

The cumulative measure of satisfaction or happiness that a society derives from consuming a particular amount of goods and services.

Diminishing Marginal Utility

A principle stating that as a consumer consumes more of a good or service, the satisfaction (utility) gained from each additional unit decreases.

Universal Basic Income

A financial program where a government provides all citizens with a regular, unconditional sum of money, regardless of employment status or wealth.

Household Receives

Refers to the income or goods that a household obtains, which may come from various sources such as wages, investments, or government programs.