Jeff and Rob Have a Difficult Time Getting Along at Work

question 130

Multiple Choice

Jeff and Rob have a difficult time getting along at work. Most days, Jeff spends a lot of time cracking jokes and goofing off, while Rob constantly nags him and tells him to act like a grown-up. On days when Jeff is more reserved, Rob does not nag him, hoping that this will result in improved behavior down the road. This is an example of which form of behavior modification?

• A) Empowerment
• B) Extinction
• C) Punishment
• D) Avoidance learning
• E) Positive reinforcement

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Definitions:

Punitiveness

The disposition or tendency toward imposing or endorsing punishment or harsh penalties.

Moral Panics

Widespread feelings of fear and concern among the general public, typically irrational, about an issue that appears to threaten the social order.

Social Movements

are collective, organized efforts aimed at promoting or resisting change in society, typically driven by a shared identity, concern, or goal among participants.

Ideological Grounds

The foundation of beliefs or principles that underpins an ideology, often influencing actions and attitudes.