Simplify the Rational Expression $\frac { 4 x - 14 x ^ { 2 } } { 2 x }$

question 48

Multiple Choice

Simplify the rational expression.
- $\frac { 4 x - 14 x ^ { 2 } } { 2 x }$

• A)0
• B)1
• C) \(2 - 7 x\)
• D) \(2 + 7 x\)

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Definitions:

Reinforcement

The act of strengthening a response by adding a reward, thus increasing the likelihood that the response will be repeated.

Operant Behaviors

Actions that an individual takes that are modified by the consequences they lead to, extensively studied in operant conditioning.

Respondent Behaviors

Automatic responses elicited by specific stimuli, based on the principle of classical conditioning in psychology.

Variable-ratio Schedule

A reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable number of responses.