Little Timmy Received a Princess Tiara and Scepter as a Birthday

question 222

Multiple Choice

Little Timmy received a princess tiara and scepter as a birthday present from his grandmother. Little Timmy reacted negatively to the gift, stating, "Grandma, these are toys for girls!" Sandra Bem might interpret Timmy's response as an example of a(n) :

• A)positive reinforcement.
• B)unconscious resentment.
• C)negative reinforcement.
• D)gender schema.

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Definitions:

Price Elasticity

Price elasticity measures the responsiveness of the quantity demanded or supplied of a good to a change in its price.

Yen

The official currency of Japan, known internationally by its symbol ¥.

Deadweight Loss

A loss of economic efficiency that can occur when equilibrium is not achievable or not achieved in a market.

Subsidy

A financial contribution granted by the government or a public body to support businesses or consumers, making goods or services more affordable.