Removal of Current or Future Unpleasant Consequences to Increase the Likelihood

question 27

Multiple Choice

Removal of current or future unpleasant consequences to increase the likelihood that someone will repeat a behavior is called _____________.

• A) positive reinforcement
• B) negative reinforcement
• C) punishment
• D) extinction

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Definitions:

Double-Declining-Balance

A method of accelerated depreciation which computes depreciation at twice the straight-line rate, applied to a decreasing book value each year.

Footnote Disclosure

Additional information provided at the bottom of financial statements, explaining the numbers or policies above.

Cumulative Effect Change

The aggregate change in a company's earnings resulting from a change in accounting principle, reported in the period in which the change is made.

Opening Retained Earnings

The balance of retained earnings at the beginning of the accounting period.