Stock Certificates Represent Evidence of Ownership in an Organization

question 19

Multiple Choice

Stock certificates represent evidence of ownership in an organization. A stock certificate contains which of the following?

• A) Current market value of the stock
• B) The total number of shares issued by the company
• C) The type of stock the investor is buying
• D) The stock symbol and trading exchange of the company

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the removal of an unpleasant stimulus following a behavior increases the likelihood of that behavior being repeated.

Positive Reinforcement

An increase in the future frequency of a behavior due to the addition of a stimulus immediately following a response.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the removal of an unpleasant stimulus strengthens a behavior, increasing its occurrence.

Negative Punishment

A behavioral control method where the removal of a desirable stimulus decreases the likelihood of a behavior recurring.