Some People Are More Achievement Oriented Because

question 48

Multiple Choice

Some people are more achievement oriented because:

• A) it is an inborn
• B) they learned it in childhood, primarily through their parents
• C) the culture they live in
• D) all of the above

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Definitions:

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.

Fixed-Ratio

A type of schedule in behavior reinforcement where a response is reinforced only after a specified number of responses.