The Total Amount of Consumption of a Society Can Be

question 235

Multiple Choice

The total amount of consumption of a society can be increased if

• A)firms allow each worker to perform multiple tasks.
• B)resources are allocated by a central planning group.
• C)individuals engage in specialization and voluntary trade.
• D)barter exchange is used in place of money.

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Definitions:

Extinction Contrast Effect

The phenomenon wherein the cessation of a previously reinforced behavior is accelerated when an alternative behavior continues to be reinforced.

Nonreward

A situation where an expected reward is not given, leading to extinction of the conditioned response over time.

Primary Reinforcement

Primary Reinforcement involves a stimulus that satisfies a basic survival need and is inherently reinforcing, such as food or water.

Secondary Reinforcement

A type of reinforcement that has acquired its reinforcing properties through association with primary reinforcers, such as money or praise.