What Caused Polaroid to Go Bankrupt

question 27

Multiple Choice

What caused Polaroid to go bankrupt?

• A) It failed to have innovative technology and a captive customer base.
• B) One-hour film processing and digital cameras stole its market share.
• C) People who want instant access to their pictures also want a third party involved.
• D) Internet websites such as Flickr and Facebook stole its market share.

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Definitions:

Continuously Reinforced

In operant conditioning, a scenario where each instance of a desired behavior is reinforced (rewarded), leading to rapid learning.

Negatively Reinforced

A process in operant conditioning where a behavior is strengthened because an unpleasant or aversive stimulus is removed or avoided.

Positively Reinforced

A behavior that increases in frequency or likelihood as a result of being followed by a rewarding stimulus, according to principles of operant conditioning.

Conditioned Avoidance Response

Behavior that is reinforced because it allows individuals to avoid situations that cause anxiety.