Which of the Following Is Demonstrating Extinction of an Operant

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is demonstrating extinction of an operant response?

• A)Ginny, who learns to dress herself when her mother reinforces her for accomplishing each small step in the process
• B)Ron, who receives praise every time he puts his schoolbooks away
• C)Hermione, who eventually stops raising her hand when Professor Snape fails to call on her
• D)Harry, who learns secret routes that provide an escape from the Dark Forest when he is under attack
• E)Malfoy, who leaves school two days early at Christmas break to avoid the rush of holiday traffic

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Definitions:

Variable Cost Per Unit

The cost associated with producing one additional unit of a product, which varies with the level of production.

Contribution Margin Ratio

The contribution margin ratio calculates the proportion of sales revenue that exceeds variable costs, showing what portion of sales contributes to covering fixed costs and generating profit.

Selling Price

The amount at which a product or service is sold to customers, determined by factors such as market demand, production costs, and competition.

Variable Cost

Costs that vary directly with the level of production or business activity.