Pat Studies in Order to Get Good Grades and to Receive

question 33

Multiple Choice

Pat studies in order to get good grades and to receive praise. Kelly studies so that her mother will stop nagging her, and to avoid failing. What is the difference between Pat's and Kelly's behaviour?

• A)Pat gets negative reinforcement but Kelly gets positive reinforcement.
• B)Pat gets positive reinforcement but Kelly gets negative reinforcement.
• C)Pat is avoiding negative punishment but Kelly is avoiding positive punishment.
• D)Pat experiences punishment but Kelly experiences reinforcement.

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Definitions:

Protectionism

A government policy to protect domestic industries and producers by restricting international trade, often through tariffs and quotas.

Trade Imbalances

A situation where there is an unequal value of imports and exports between two countries, leading to a surplus or deficit in trade relationships.

Tariffs

Taxes imposed on imported goods and services, often used to protect domestic industries from foreign competition.

Comparative Advantage

A theory that suggests a country should specialize in producing and exporting goods and services for which it has the lowest opportunity cost.