A UN Development Program Report on the 1990s Stated That

question 8

Multiple Choice

A UN Development Program report on the 1990s stated that no fewer than _______ developing or "in transition" countries had experienced serious economic decline over the previous three decades.

• A) 21
• B) 33
• C) 67
• D) 100

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Definitions:

Variable-Ratio

A reinforcement schedule where a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses, making it highly effective in maintaining behavior.

Fixed-Ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is reinforced only after a specified number of responses, often used in behavior modification.

Stimulus Generalization

The psychological phenomenon whereby a response to a specific stimulus becomes associated with other stimuli, leading to a similar response.

Variable-Interval

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed.