Which of the Following Is NOT an Example of Metacommunication

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an example of metacommunication?

• A) Adding a smiley at the end of a text message.
• B) Saying, "We need to talk about how we've been arguing so much lately."
• C) Winking to show you aren't really serious when you say something that sounds serious.
• D) Asking questions to show you are listening to the other person.

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Definitions:

Variable-Ratio Schedule

A reinforcement schedule used in operant conditioning that rewards a response after an unpredictable number of responses, leading to high and steady response rates.

Continuous Schedule

In operant conditioning, a reinforcement schedule where every instance of the desired behavior is rewarded.

Partial Reinforcement

A conditioning schedule where a response is reinforced only some of the time, which can lead to a stronger and more resistant response.

Continuous Reinforcement

A schedule of reinforcement where every occurrence of the targeted behavior is reinforced, used to teach new behaviors.