Cal Works in a Factory and Is Paid Based Upon

question 161

Multiple Choice

Cal works in a factory and is paid based upon his productivity. For every 100 widgets that Cal assembles, he receives $10. The owners of the factory are using a _____ schedule of reinforcement to pay Cal.

• A) fixed-interval
• B) fixed-ratio
• C) variable-interval
• D) variable-ratio

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Definitions:

Supply Chain

A network of businesses, people, activities, information, and resources involved in moving a product or service from supplier to customer.

Relative Measure

A metric that compares performance, values, or other quantifiable factors to a standard or to each other instead of using absolute numbers.

Sustainability Improvement

Refers to actions or initiatives taken to enhance the environmental, social, and economic aspects of operations in a way that promotes long-term viability and responsibility.

Indirect Emissions

Emissions resulting from the consumption of purchased electricity, heat, or steam – outside of the direct control of the facility generating them.