Which of the Following Is a Measure for Discouraging Theft

question 132

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a measure for discouraging theft for a retail store that accepts cash receipts over the counter?

• A) A receipt is issued for each transaction to ensure that each sale is recorded.
• B) At the end of the day, the sales clerk proves the cash by comparing the cash in the drawer against the machine's record of cash sales.
• C) The sales clerk uses the machine tape to record the journal entry for cash receipts and sales revenue.
• D) The store clerk deposits the cash in the bank.

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Definitions:

Operant Conditioning

A type of learning where behavior is controlled through consequences, including reinforcements or punishments, to increase or decrease the occurrence of behaviors.

Operant Conditioning

A behavioral modification process where the degree of an activity is transformed by gratification or corrections.

Reinforced

Strengthened or emphasized, especially in the context of behavior that is encouraged by rewards or positive outcomes.

Law Of Effect

A principle stating that behaviors followed by positive outcomes tend to be repeated, while those followed by negative outcomes are less likely to be repeated.