Which of the Following Information Sources Would Provide an Initial

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following information sources would provide an initial overview of a subject or problem and would be a good place to begin the process of policy analysis?

• A) a specialized journal on the topic
• B) The American Statistical Index
• C) The New York Times
• D) an interview with a key policymaker

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Definitions:

Continuous Reinforcement

A schedule of reinforcement in which every correct response is followed by a reward, leading to faster learning but quicker extinction than partial reinforcement.

Intermittent Reinforcement

A conditioning schedule in which a response is reinforced only some of the time, leading to more resilient behavior than continuous reinforcement.

Incentive

A factor, often external, that motivates or encourages an individual to act in a certain way.

Goal Object

The target or endpoint of an individual's efforts or ambitions.