What Is Imputed Knowledge

question 51

Multiple Choice

What is imputed knowledge?

• A) information collected by a principal prior to engaging in an agency
• B) information collected by a principal on an agency
• C) information learned by an agent that is attributed to the principal
• D) information learned by a principal that is attributed to an agent

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Definitions:

Primary Reinforcer

A stimulus that is naturally rewarding and satisfies a basic biological need, such as food or water, which does not require learning to be effective.

Negative Punishment

A behavior modification technique where a desired stimulus is removed following unwanted behavior, with the goal of decreasing the likelihood of the behavior occurring again.

Interval Schedule

In operant conditioning, a reinforcement schedule where rewards are given after a variable or fixed duration of time has passed.

Ratio Schedule

A type of reinforcement schedule in operant conditioning where a response is reinforced after a specified number of responses.