The Process of Reinforcing Successively Closer Approximations to a Desired

question 134

Multiple Choice

The process of reinforcing successively closer approximations to a desired behavior is called

• A) generalization.
• B) intermittent reinforcement.
• C) shaping.
• D) secondary reinforcement.

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Definitions:

Impoverished Manager

A leadership style characterized by minimal effort in both managing relationships and work obligations, often resulting in poor team performance.

Transformational Leader

A leader who inspires change and motivates followers to exceed their own interests for the good of the group or organization.

Paternalistic Father-knows-best

A leadership or management style where decision-making is guided by a belief in the leaders' superior knowledge and experience, similar to a father's role in a family.

Opportunistic

Refers to an approach or action taken with the aim of exploiting situations to one's advantage, often with little regard for principles or consequences.