The Number of Students Studying Algebra at State College Is

question 198

Multiple Choice

The number of students studying algebra at State College is 593.The Department Chair expects enrollment to increase 11% each year.How many professors will be needed in 7 years to teach algebra
If one professor can handle 65 students?

• A)17 professors
• B)36 professors
• C)16 professors
• D)18 professors
• E)21 professors

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Definitions:

Operant Conditioning

A method of learning that occurs through rewards and punishments for behavior, operant conditioning involves an association between behaviors and their consequences.

Reinforcement

In behaviorism, any event that strengthens or increases the likelihood of a behavior.

Fixed-Interval Schedules

A schedule of reinforcement where rewards are provided after a fixed amount of time has passed since the last reinforcement.

Variable-Interval Schedules

A reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where responses are rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed.