Contracts Can Be Illegal If They

question 3

Multiple Choice

Contracts can be illegal if they

• A)violate public policy.
• B)violate a statute.
• C)all of the above.
• D)none of the above.

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Definitions:

Thorndike

An influential psychologist known for his work on learning theory and the law of effect, which states that actions followed by positive outcomes are more likely to be repeated.

Negative Punishment

A behavior modification technique where a desirable stimulus is removed following an unwanted behavior to decrease the likelihood of that behavior occurring in the future.

Primary

Referring to something that is first in order, importance, or rank.

Secondary Reinforcers

Reinforcements that are learned through association with primary reinforcers and are not necessarily satisfying by themselves (e.g., praise, money).