When a Time Series Appears to Be Increasing at an Increasing

question 155

Multiple Choice

When a time series appears to be increasing at an increasing rate,such that percentage difference from value to value is constant,the appropriate model to fit is the

• A)linear trend.
• B)quadratic trend.
• C)exponential trend.
• D)None of the above.

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Definitions:

Praise

The expression of approval or admiration for someone or something, often used to encourage positive behavior or outcomes.

Secondary Reinforcers

Stimuli that acquire their reinforcing properties through their association with primary reinforcers, such as money being valuable due to its ability to purchase food (a primary reinforcer).

Delayed Reinforcers

A reward that does not immediately follow the desired behavior, which can still effectively modify behavior over time.

Primary Reinforcer

A stimulus that satisfies a basic biological need and does not require learning to be effective, such as food or water.