Which Reinforcement Type Involves Applying a Consequence to Increase the Likelihood

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which reinforcement type involves applying a consequence to increase the likelihood that the person will repeat the behavior that led to it?

• A) negative
• B) positive
• C) punishment
• D) extinction
• E) motivation

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Definitions:

Cash Ratio

A liquidity ratio that measures a company's ability to pay off short-term liabilities with cash and cash equivalents, providing insight into its immediate financial health.

Statement Of Cash Flows

The Statement of Cash Flows is a financial report that shows how changes in balance sheet accounts and income affect cash and cash equivalents, breaking the analysis down to operating, investing, and financing activities.

Current Assets

Short-term financial resources that a company expects to turn into cash within one year.

Financial Statements

Formal records of the financial activities and condition of a business, including the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement.