An Individual Must Make a Choice Between a Small Reinforcer

question 23

Multiple Choice

An individual must make a choice between a small reinforcer and a larger but more delayed reinforcer.If the individual is forced to make a commitment well in advance of when the options will be delivered,the individual will be

• A)more unpredictable
• B)more likely to choose the small reinforcer
• C)more likely to choose the large reinforcer
• D)none of the above

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Definitions:

Positive Cost

Expenses that result in a benefit or return in the future, considered an investment rather than a loss.

Carry

The profit or loss from holding a position in a financial instrument over a period, considering factors like interest rates or dividends.

Cumulative Return

The aggregate amount that an investment has gained or lost over time, regardless of the period of time involved.

Initial Margin

The upfront payment required when purchasing securities on margin, serving as a deposit to cover credit risk for the broker.