Net Earnings Result From

question 42

Multiple Choice

Net earnings result from:

• A)The sale of additional shares of stock to investors
• B)Income not paid to shareholders in the form of cash dividends
• C)An excess of assets over liabilities
• D)Market values that exceed book values

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Definitions:

Immediate Reinforcement

the prompt delivery of a reward or consequence following a behavior, which strengthens the likelihood of the behavior being repeated.

Law Of Effect

A principle of learning proposing that behaviors followed by positive outcomes are likely to be repeated, while those followed by negative outcomes are less likely to be repeated.

Reinforcement

The process of encouraging or establishing a pattern of behavior by offering rewards or consequences.

Learning Set

The ability to become increasingly effective in solving problems over time as one gains experience.