Which of the Following Actions Would Probably Not Encourage Efficiency

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following actions would probably not encourage efficiency and recycling programs?

• A)discontinue energy and water subsidies to industries when they are processing raw materials
• B)discontinue subsidies that favor the extraction of raw materials
• C)consumers asking for and buying products made from recycled products
• D)charging a surcharge on materials when purchased that is redeemable when the consumer recycles the product
• E)discontinue subsidies that favor the extraction of raw materials and consumers asking for and buying products made from recycled products are correct because industries do not receive water and energy subsidies

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Definitions:

Tokens

Symbols or objects used as representations of value or exchange, often employed in token economies for behavior reinforcement.

Operant Conditioning

A method of learning that occurs through rewards and punishments for behavior, operant conditioning involves an association between behaviors and their consequences.

Reinforcement

In behaviorism, any event that strengthens or increases the likelihood of a behavior.

Fixed-Interval Schedules

A schedule of reinforcement where rewards are provided after a fixed amount of time has passed since the last reinforcement.