Deprivation Refers To

question 8

Multiple Choice

Deprivation refers to:

• A) the behavior being modified.
• B) withholding a reinforcer for a period of time in order to increase the effectiveness of the  reinforcer.
• C) the gradual removal of discriminative stimuli.
• D) the response being combined with reinforcers from a behavioral chain.

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Definitions:

Fixed Costs

Overheads like rent, salaries, and insurance that stay the same, irrespective of how much is produced or sold.

Break-Even

The point at which total costs equal total revenues, resulting in no net loss or gain for a business.

Variable Cost

Costs that vary directly with the level of production or volume of output.

Fixed Costs

Costs that do not change with the level of production or sales, such as rent, salaries, and insurance premiums, providing a basis for operational planning.