Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Partial-Reinforcement

question 110

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the partial-reinforcement effect?

• A) Behaviours that have been partially reinforced rather than continuously reinforced are easier to extinguish.
• B) Partial reinforcement results greater resistance to extinction than does continuous reinforcement
• C) Behaviours that have been partially reinforced tend only to occur part of the time.
• D) Partial reinforcement is more effective than continuous reinforcement the acquisition of new behaviours.

Identify and avoid logical fallacies such as post hoc reasoning in argument construction.

Distinguish between different types of arguments including restatements, popularity claims, hasty generalizations, false dilemmas, and ad hominem attacks.

Explain the relevance and impact of informational constraints on project completion.

Appreciate the role of adequate sample sizes in the persuasiveness of statistical evidence.

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Definitions:

External Control

Influence or regulation by external factors or entities over an organization's or individual's actions and decisions.

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Normative Control

A management approach that seeks to regulate employees' behavior and decisions through the establishment of organizational norms and values.

Clan Control

A form of organizational management where control is exerted by promoting a strong culture, shared values, and traditions among its members.