A Drawback in Using Primary Punishers and Primary Reinforcers in Research

question 219

Multiple Choice

A drawback in using primary punishers and primary reinforcers in research would be that:

• A)they are not as effective as secondary reinforcers in conditioning procedures.
• B)using primary punishers or taking away a primary reinforcer would not be ethical.
• C)the experimenter must first make sure that the stimulus has acquired reinforcing properties.
• D)they are more likely than other punishers and reinforcers to lead to superstitious behaviors.

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Definitions:

Conflict Emotions

Conflict Emotions are feelings such as anger, frustration, or sadness that arise during disagreements or disputes, affecting the interpersonal dynamics and resolution processes.

Third-Party Intervention

Involvement by an external party to help negotiate or mediate conflicts within an organization.

Process Control

The use of technology and systems to monitor and adjust ongoing processes and operations to ensure they meet predetermined standards and efficiency levels.

Decision Control

The process of making choices among various strategies and regulating the execution of these decisions to achieve specific goals.