Which of the Following Is the Best Explanation for Why

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best explanation for why the price of gasoline increases during the summer months?

• A) Oil producers have higher costs of production in the summer.
• B) Sellers have to earn profits during the summer to cover losses in the winter.
• C) There is increased driving by families going on vacation.
• D) There is less competition among oil refineries in the summer.
• E) The number of gas stations open 24 hours a day rises in the summer months and so the price must rise to cover the higher costs.

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Definitions:

Frequency Of Reinforcers

Refers to how often the reinforcement is given in operant conditioning, affecting the speed and strength of the learning process.

Antecedent

An event or occurrence that precedes and influences the behavior, often used in behavior analysis and psychology.

Behaviour Modification

A therapy approach that aims to change undesirable behaviors through the use of positive or negative reinforcement.

Reinforcement

The process of encouraging or establishing a pattern of behavior by offering rewards or consequences.