Your Friend Tells You That She Studies to Avoid Getting

question 36

Multiple Choice

Your friend tells you that she studies to avoid getting bad grades.Her explanation of the behavior is most like

• A)the safety-signal hypothesis.
• B)SSDR theory.
• C)shock-frequency reduction theory.
• D)the two-process theory of avoidance.

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Definitions:

Diminishing Marginal Utility

The principle that as a person consumes more of a good, the satisfaction (utility) gained from each additional unit decreases.

Total Utility

The total satisfaction or benefit a consumer receives from consuming a particular quantity of a good or service.

Noncash Gift-giving

The act of giving gifts that do not involve direct monetary exchange, emphasizing the value of thoughtfulness and relationships.

Marginal Utility

Marginal utility refers to the additional satisfaction or utility a consumer receives from consuming one more unit of a good or service.