Concrete Footings Are Placed on ____ to Reduce the Chance

question 17

Multiple Choice

Concrete footings are placed on ____ to reduce the chance of the soil compacting under them.

• A) unexcavated earth
• B) excavated earth
• C) topsoil
• D) boulders

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Definitions:

Productivity Goal

An objective set to achieve a specific level of output or efficiency in work or other activities, aiming to optimize performance.

Negative Reinforcers

Stimuli that, when removed after a behavior, increase the likelihood that the behavior will occur again in the future.

Aversive Stimulus

An unpleasant or noxious stimulus used to influence behavior through avoidance learning or negative reinforcement.

Negative Punishment

Negative punishment involves the removal of a favorable stimulus following an undesired behavior, with the intention of decreasing the likelihood that the behavior will occur again.