Which of the Following Is the Best Definition of Reinforcer

question 59

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best definition of reinforcer?

• A)a response that operates on the environment to produce certain consequences
• B)a stimulus or event that increases the probability that the response it follows will be repeated
• C)behavior acquired through coincidental association of a response and a reinforcement
• D)a cue that signals that reinforcement is available if the subject makes a particular response
• E)the introduction of an aversive stimulus after a response occurs

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Definitions:

Democratic Leadership

A leadership style in which decision-making is shared among the group, often characterized by participative or consultative processes.

Maintenance Role

A function within a group that focuses on preserving social cohesion and ensuring the smooth operation of the group.

Leader-Member Relations

The dynamics and quality of the interaction between a leader and their team members, influencing team function and morale.

Situational Contingency

The concept that the effectiveness of leadership or decision-making strategies depends on situational factors or contexts.