Use the Information Below to Answer the Following Questions -Refer to the Table Above

question 17

Multiple Choice

Use the information below to answer the following questions.
Dan's Fencing constructs paling fences. During last month, the fencing division erected 4,000 metres of fencing. The costs incurred by the division were as follows:
$$\begin{array} { l r } \text { Palings } & \$ 4,000 \\\text { Posts } & \$ 5,000 \\\text { Nails (no usage records) } & \$ 500 \\\text { Cement (no usage records) } & \$ 500 \\\text { Wear and tear on equip. } & \$ 1,000\end{array}$$
-Refer to the table above.The cost per metre of fencing is:

• A) $2.25.
• B) $2.75.
• C) $2.50.
• D) $2.38.

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Definitions:

Continuous Reinforcement

A method of learning that involves giving a reward after every correct response in order to reinforce the desired behavior.

Secondary Reinforcement

A stimulus that becomes reinforcing through its association with a primary reinforcer.

Intermittent Reinforcement

A conditioning schedule in which a reward or punishment is given only some of the time a behavior occurs, leading to more robust responses.

Primary Reinforcement

A stimulus that is inherently rewarding, satisfying a biological need or desire, such as food, water, or shelter.