The Four Conditioning Principles Discussed in the Last Chapter Are

question 58

Multiple Choice

The four conditioning principles discussed in the last chapter are reinforcement, extinction, generalization, and discrimination. You remember them by imagining walking into your living room and seeing the following: an extra beam in the ceiling to reinforce it; on the countertop an ant that you extinguish; a general sitting at your living room table eating lunch; and playing in the family room, a pair of twins between whom you must learn to discriminate . You are using a(n) _______________ to learn these conditioning principles.

• A) acrostic
• B) pegword
• C) method of loci
• D) acronym

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Definitions:

Pay Plans

Structured systems used by organizations to determine compensation for employees, including salary, wages, bonuses, and other financial incentives.

Individual Performance

This term refers to the collective measure of an employee's work in terms of efficiency, quality, and contribution to the organization’s goals.

Japan

A country located in East Asia, known for its rich culture, advanced technology, and strong economy.

Managers' Attitudes

Managers' attitudes encompass their perceptions, feelings, and beliefs about their role, employees, organization, and the broader work environment.