Why Might It Not Be a Good Idea to Purchase

question 10

Essay

Why might it not be a good idea to purchase homes in order to make a profit using adjustable-rate mortgages and base payments on introductory rates?

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Definitions:

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique aimed at reducing phobic or anxiety responses through gradual exposure to the feared object or situation, combined with relaxation exercises.

Contingency Contract

A behavioral intervention technique that involves a formal agreement between two parties to reinforce desired behaviors with rewards or consequences.

Token Economy

A system of behavior modification based on the systematic reinforcement of target behavior through the exchange of tokens that can be exchanged for other reinforcements.

Stimulus Satiation

A decrease in responsiveness to a stimulus after repeated presentations.