A Schedule That Rewards Desired Behavior Only Periodically Is Known

question 35

Multiple Choice

A schedule that rewards desired behavior only periodically is known as a(n) _____ reinforcement schedule.

• A) ongoing
• B) unconditioned
• C) intermittent
• D) continuous
• E) immediate

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Definitions:

Retained Earnings

The portion of net income not distributed as dividends but retained by the company to reinvest in its business or to pay debt.

Accounting Period

A specific duration of time for which financial statements are prepared, often annually, quarterly, or monthly, to measure financial performance.

Adjusted Trial Balance

An inventory of all accounts with their adjusted balances, utilized to compile financial statements.

Net Income

Net income refers to the total earnings or profit a company generates, calculated by subtracting all expenses, taxes, and costs from its total revenue.