Although Greece Is Described as "Resource Poor" in the Chapter

question 17

Multiple Choice

Although Greece is described as "resource poor" in the chapter, it economically prospered

• A)through a brisk trade in slaves.
• B)because of successful manufacturing.
• C)by using a large population as a large "service" sector.
• D)through access to foreign resources, markets, and ideas.
• E)by frequently raiding its neighbors.

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Definitions:

1:1 Contingency

In behavioral psychology, this refers to a situation where every instance of a specific behavior is followed by a particular consequence, ensuring a direct correlation between behavior and outcome.

2:1 Contingency

A reinforcement schedule where two responses are required for one reinforcement to be given.

Matching Law

A principle stating that in a situation with multiple options for reinforcement, the proportion of responses directed toward an option matches the proportion of reinforcers obtained from that option.

Ratio Schedules

In operant conditioning, schedules that deliver reinforcement after a certain number of responses have been made, either fixed or variable.