Which of the Following Elements Is Often Overlooked When Firms

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following elements is often overlooked when firms estimate the costs of outsourcing to low-wage countries?

• A)language barriers
• B)overabundance of skilled and educated workers
• C)lack of inventory
• D)long distances

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Definitions:

Continuous Reinforcement

A learning process in operant conditioning where a behavior is reinforced each time it occurs, leading to rapid learning.

Primary Reinforcement

A type of reinforcement that is inherently rewarding, such as food or water, which satisfies a biological need.

Law of Effect

A principle of learning that states behaviors followed by positive outcomes are more likely to be repeated, while those followed by negative outcomes are less likely to occur.

Variable Ratio

A reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses, enhancing its effectivity.