People Make Decisions at the Margin

question 155

Multiple Choice

People make decisions at the margin. Thus, when deciding whether to purchase a second car, they would compare

• A) the total benefits expected from two cars with the costs of the two cars.
• B) the additional benefits expected from a second car with the total cost of the two cars.
• C) the dollar cost of the two cars with the potential income that the two cars will generate.
• D) the additional benefits of the second car with the additional costs of the second car.

Analyze the effects of rewards on learning outcomes.

Comprehend the concept of self-efficacy and its significance in educational achievement.

Evaluate the intrinsic and extrinsic factors influencing student motivation and performance.

Describe the strategies and policies for inclusive education for children with disabilities.

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Definitions:

Token Economy

An operant conditioning procedure in which people earn a token for exhibiting a desired behavior and can later exchange the tokens for privileges or treats.

Transference

In psychoanalysis, the patient’s transfer to the analyst of emotions linked with other relationships (such as love or hatred for a parent).

Psychological Conflicts

Internal struggles arising from opposing demands, desires, or impulses within an individual's mind.

Behavioral Disorders

Mental health conditions characterized by disruptive or inappropriate behaviors that impact day-to-day activities and relationships.