Geraldo Works on the Assembly Line for a Major Automobile

question 222

Multiple Choice

Geraldo works on the assembly line for a major automobile manufacturer. He was hired for the job without any specific training or skill. Geraldo joined a union with other assembly-line workers who perform a variety of jobs that do not require a highly specialized skill. Geraldo belongs to a(n) :

• A) industrial union.
• B) craft union.
• C) assembly union.
• D) traditional union.

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Definitions:

Contingent Responses

Behaviors or actions that are performed in response to specific conditions or stimuli, often depending on the presence or absence of certain factors.

Reinforcing Activities

Activities or actions that increase the likelihood of a behavior being repeated by providing a positive outcome or reward.

Premack's Probability-Differential Theory

A theory that suggests more probable behaviors will reinforce less probable behaviors.

Response Deprivation Theory

A theory suggesting that behavior can serve as a reinforcement when access to the behavior is restricted and its frequency falls below a preferred level.