A Negative Reinforcer Is a Stimulus That Is ________ and Thus

question 52

Multiple Choice

A negative reinforcer is a stimulus that is ________ and thus ________ the probability of a response.

• A)removed; increases
• B)presented; decreases
• C)removed; decreases
• D)presented; increases

Understand the strategic focus of training programs in the context of organizational changes and expansions.

Understand the benefits of training and development within organizations.

Comprehend the steps involved in the performance management process and its linkage with training and development.

Analyze the factors that influence high-performance work systems.

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Definitions:

Agreeableness

One of the Big Five personality traits, characterized by a tendency to be compassionate, cooperative, and friendly towards others.

Openness

In psychology, a personality trait that involves the appreciation for new experiences, creativity, and a willingness to entertain novel ideas.

First Impressions

The initial judgments and perceptions formed about someone upon meeting them for the first time, which can be long-lasting and hard to change.

Configural Properties

Features of stimuli that are perceived as a whole, where the arrangement and holistic aspects matter more than the sum of individual components.