Refer to the Above Table

question 19

Multiple Choice

Refer to the above table.When the firm produces three units of output,it makes an economic:

• A) profit of $3.
• B) loss of $3.
• C) profit of $9.
• D) loss of $9. At three units of output,total revenue is $120,whereas total cost is $117.This leaves a $3 profit.

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Definitions:

Positive Reinforcer

A stimulus which, when presented after a behavior, increases the likelihood of that behavior being repeated.

Positive Punisher

A stimulus that, when introduced after a behavior, decreases the likelihood of that behavior occurring again.

Negative Punisher

A stimulus that, when removed after a behavior, decreases the likelihood of that behavior occurring in the future.

Positive Punishment

The addition of an unpleasant stimulus to decrease the likelihood of a behavior's recurrence.