An Increase in the Price of Textbooks Could Be Caused

question 9

Multiple Choice

An increase in the price of textbooks could be caused by

• A) an increase in the demand for college degrees
• B) a decrease in the demand for college degrees
• C) a decrease in paper costs
• D) none of the other answers

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Definitions:

Thorndike's Law

A principle of learning that emphasizes the effect of rewards and punishments on behavior, suggesting that actions followed by positive outcomes are reinforced and more likely to be repeated.

Pleasurable Consequence

A positive outcome or reward that follows a behavior, making it likely that the behavior will be repeated in the future.

Involuntary

Actions or reactions that occur without conscious control or choice.

Voluntary

Referring to actions or activities that are done willingly, without any coercion or obligation.