​Use the Following Case from Question

question 78

Multiple Choice

​Use the following case from question
Two roommates John and Joe are playing a simultaneous game of cleaning the apartment.If neither of them clean,the apartment gets filthy and both get a utility of 2.If John cleans and Joe doesn't,John gets a utility of 1 and Joe gets a utility of 4.If Joe cleans and John doesn't,Joe gets a utility of 1 and John gets a utility of 4 and if both clean up the apartment,they each get a utility of 3.
-​Is the equilibrium efficient?

• A)​Yes,since they are both maximizing the utility
• B)No,since they could both get more utility
• C)One should keep the house clean
• D)​None of the above

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Definitions:

Variable-ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable number of responses, commonly used in behavior modification techniques.

Fixed-ratio

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is rewarded only after a specified number of responses, commonly used in behavior analysis.

Positive Reinforcement

In behaviorism, a method of increasing the likelihood of a behavior by following it with a desirable event or outcome.

Negative Reinforcement

A method in behavior psychology that strengthens a behavior by removing an unpleasant stimulus when the behavior occurs.