To Apply the Matching Law to Cases Where the Researcher

question 14

Multiple Choice

To apply the matching law to cases where the researcher presents only one reinforcement schedule,such as a VI schedule with food reinforcement,Herrnstein assumed that

• A)the subject will devote all its time to this schedule
• B)the subject chooses between this schedule and extraneous reinforcers in the environment
• C)the subject's responding will not change if the rate of reinforcement is varied
• D)none of the above

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Definitions:

Dispositional

Pertaining to the inherent qualities, traits, or characteristics of an individual that influence their behaviors and attitudes.

Gang Norm

The shared expectations and rules that govern the behavior of members within a gang or similar group.

Just World

The belief that the world is fundamentally fair and individuals get what they deserve.

Group Polarisation

The tendency for a group to make decisions that are more extreme than the initial inclination of its members.