When the Frequency of a Behavior Declines Because Performing the Behavior

question 158

Multiple Choice

When the frequency of a behavior declines because performing the behavior no longer leads to something, the process involved is called

• A) negative punishment.
• B) positive punishment.
• C) extinction.
• D) negative reinforcement.

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Definitions:

Producing More X

Increasing the output or manufacture of a specific product or commodity, referred to as "X".

Society Gains

Refers to the overall benefits or improvements in welfare that accrue to a community or society from economic activities or policies.

Current Output

The total amount of goods or services produced by a firm or economy at a given time.

Pareto Optimality

An allocation of resources where any attempt to benefit one person results in harm to another.