​Find Any Critical Numbers of the Function ​

question 31

Multiple Choice

​Find any critical numbers of the function ​. ​

• A) ​0
• B) ​
• C) ​
• D) ​both A and B
• E) ​both A and C

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Definitions:

Operant Conditioning

A method of learning that employs rewards and punishments for behavior, emphasizing the idea that behaviors followed by positive outcomes are more likely to recur.

Intermittently Reinforced

A conditioning schedule where responses are sometimes rewarded, strengthening behavior unpredictably.

Continuously Reinforced

In operant conditioning, a scenario where each instance of a desired behavior is reinforced (rewarded), leading to rapid learning.

Negatively Reinforced

A process in operant conditioning where a behavior is strengthened because an unpleasant or aversive stimulus is removed or avoided.