If You Wanted Your Dog to Stop Barking Unnecessarily,which of the Following

question 168

Multiple Choice

If you wanted your dog to stop barking unnecessarily,which of the following is the best possible approach?

• A) a positive reinforcer when the dog is barking
• B) a negative reinforcer when the dog is barking
• C) a positive punishment when the dog is quiet
• D) a negative reinforcer when the dog is quiet

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Definitions:

Social Planner

An idealized figure in economic theory responsible for designing economic policies or interventions to achieve optimal allocation of resources and welfare in a society.

Social Cost

The total cost to society, including both private costs incurred by producers and external costs to other parties not involved in the transaction.

Private Value

The value of an asset or service as perceived by an individual or entity, not necessarily reflecting its market value.

Socially Optimal

A state of resource allocation where social welfare is maximized, balancing benefits and costs to society.