If a Large Change in the Variable Measured on the X-Axis

question 155

Multiple Choice

If a large change in the variable measured on the x-axis is associated with a small change of the variable measured on the y-axis, the line is ________ and the slope is ________.

• A) downward-sloping; large
• B) downward-sloping; small
• C) upward-sloping; small
• D) either downward or upward-sloping; small

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Definitions:

Interval Schedule

A type of reinforcement schedule where reinforcement is given to a response after a specific period of time has passed.

Positive Reinforcer

A positive reinforcer is any stimulus that, when introduced after a behavior, increases the frequency or likelihood of that behavior occurring again.

Negative Reinforcer

In behaviorism, an unpleasant stimulus that, when removed following a behavior, increases the likelihood of that behavior being repeated.

Primary Reinforcer

Something that is naturally rewarding because it fulfills a basic biological need or desire.