Which of the Following Is NOT a Factor That Influences

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences the efficiency and effectiveness of encoding and decoding?

• A)The parties' familiarity with the message topic.
• B)The extent to which both parties have similar mental models.
• C)Whether both parties have a similar "codebook."
• D)The sender and receiver's motivation and ability to use the selected communication channel.
• E)The gender of the sender or receiver.

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Definitions:

Primary Reinforcer

A stimulus that is naturally rewarding, such as food, water, or relief from pain.

Secondary Reinforcer

A stimulus that has become reinforcing through its association with a primary reinforcer, such as money being valued for its ability to purchase food or other basic needs.

Positive Reinforcer

A stimulus that, when presented after a behavior, increases the likelihood of that behavior occurring again.

Negative Reinforcer

A stimulus whose removal following a behavior increases the likelihood of that behavior being repeated in the future.