A Reinforcer Is a Consequence That ________ a Behavior, While

question 30

Multiple Choice

A reinforcer is a consequence that ________ a behavior, while a punisher is a consequence that ________ a behavior.

• A) motivates; stimulates
• B) weakens; strengthens
• C) inhibits; motivates
• D) strengthens; weakens
• E) motivates; confuses

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Definitions:

Government Ownership

The scenario where the government owns and operates business enterprises, typically in key sectors like transportation or utilities.

Private Property

Refers to land, buildings, or possessions owned by individuals or entities and not by the government or public organizations.

Economic Systems

The structured and organized methods by which societies allocate resources, distribute goods and services, and manage economic activity.

Factors of Production

are the inputs necessary for the creation of goods and services, which typically include land, labor, capital, and entrepreneurship.