Which of These Occurs When a Consequence That Is Introduced

question 106

Multiple Choice

Which of these occurs when a consequence that is introduced decreases the frequency or future probability of a behaviour?

• A)Negative reinforcement
• B)Positive reinforcement
• C)Punishment
• D)Extinction
• E)None of these

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Definitions:

National Security Exchange

A regulated marketplace for the trading of securities, such as stocks and bonds, that must adhere to specific government standards for the protection of investors.

Securities Act Of 1933

A U.S. law enacted to ensure transparency and fairness in the securities market, requiring issuers of securities to disclose significant information to investors.

Definition Of Security

A financial instrument that represents an ownership position in a publicly-traded corporation (stock), a creditor relationship with a governmental body or a corporation (bond), or rights to ownership as represented by an option.

Resold Without Registration

Referring to the sale of securities without registering them with the required regulatory body, often not in compliance with securities law.