​What Is the Correct Syntax Notation for a Message on a Communication

question 70

Multiple Choice

​What is the correct syntax notation for a message on a communication diagram?

• A)[t/f condition] seq-numb: ret-value := msg-name (para-list)
• B)​[t/f condition] ret-value := msg-name (para-list)
• C)[t/f condition] seq-numb: ret-value = msg-name (para-list)
• D)​[t/f condition] seq-numb  ret-value = msg-name (para-list)

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Definitions:

Shaping

A method of operant conditioning where successive approximations of a desired behavior are reinforced until the exact behavior is achieved.

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Successive Approximations

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