Find the Magnitude of the Force at the Position X

question 42

Multiple Choice

Find the magnitude of the force at the position x = 2.0 m and y = 3.0 m associated with the potential energy function U = (7.0 J) + (5.0 J/m) x + (4.0 J/m) y.

• A)6.4 N
• B)11.1 N
• C)9.0 N
• D)16.0 N
• E)7.8 N

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Definitions:

Variable-ratio Schedule

A schedule of reinforcement where a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses, making it a powerful method for maintaining strong and steady response rates.

Variable-interval Schedule

A reinforcement strategy in operant conditioning where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable amount of time has passed.

Fixed-ratio

A type of partial reinforcement where a response is rewarded only after a specified number of responses, commonly used in behavior modification programs.

Fixed-interval

A schedule of reinforcement where the first response is rewarded only after a specified amount of time.