As a Reward for Completing His Assignment Two Weeks Ahead

question 44

Multiple Choice

As a reward for completing his assignment two weeks ahead of schedule, Scott rewarded himself with a long vacation. The reward is a(n) _____.

• A) vicarious reinforcer
• B) negative reinforcer
• C) self-reinforcer
• D) relative reinforcer
• E) absolute reinforcer

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Definitions:

Psychologists

Professionals who study mental processes and behavior, often helping individuals cope with their emotions, thought patterns, and interactions.

Differential Emotions Theory

The view that basic emotions are innate and emerge in their adult form either at birth or on a biologically determined timetable.

Biologically Determined

Traits, behaviors, or conditions influenced primarily by genetic makeup rather than environmental factors.

Emotional Expressions

Visible manifestations of one's internal emotional states through facial expressions, body language, voice tone, and other physical signs.