Consumers Are More Likely to Be Aware of Stimuli That

question 15

True/False

Consumers are more likely to be aware of stimuli that relate to their current needs. This is an example of perceptual vigilance.

Understand the path-goal theory of leadership.

Identify and describe different leadership styles (e.g., directive, participative, supportive, achievement-oriented) within the context of path-goal theory.

Recognize the importance of situation in determining the leadership style.

Explain the significance of leader behavior and situational factors in leadership effectiveness.

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Definitions:

Shaping

A method of teaching new behaviors by using reinforcement until the target behavior is achieved, often through successive approximations.

Partial Reinforcement

A conditioning process in which a reward is not administered every time the desired action is performed, leading to more resistant behavior to extinction.

Classroom Answers

Refers to responses given by students or participants in an educational setting, usually in response to questions posed by teachers or instructors.

Negative Reinforcer

A stimulus whose removal or avoidance after a behavior increases the likelihood of that behavior occurring again in the future.