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Listed below are five terms followed by a list of phrases that describe or characterize the terms.Match each phrase with the best term by placing the letter designating the term in the space provided.
-____ Short-term investments that have a maturity date no longer than three months from the date of purchase.


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Negative Punishment

A behavior modification technique where a desirable stimulus is removed following an unwanted behavior to decrease the likelihood of that behavior occurring in the future.

Primary

Referring to something that is first in order, importance, or rank.

Secondary Reinforcers

Reinforcements that are learned through association with primary reinforcers and are not necessarily satisfying by themselves (e.g., praise, money).

Thorndike

An American psychologist known for his work in the field of learning theory that lead to the development of operant conditioning within behaviorism.

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