The Equation for a Straight Line Is Y = Fx

question 275

True/False

The equation for a straight line is y = fx + v, where y is the total cost, f is the fixed cost per unit, x is the volume of activity, and v is the variable cost per unit.

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Definitions:

Positive Reinforcement

A process in behavior reinforcement where a behavior is encouraged by rewarding a desirable outcome.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the removal of an unpleasant stimulus following a desired behavior strengthens that behavior.

Positive Punishment

Adding an unfavorable outcome or consequence after an undesired behavior to decrease the likelihood of that behavior occurring again.

Negative Punishment

A behavior modification technique involving the removal of a desirable stimulus to decrease the frequency of a behavior.