________ Moving Averages React More Slowly to Recent Demand Changes

question 55

Multiple Choice

________ moving averages react more slowly to recent demand changes than do ________ moving averages.

• A) Longer-period, shorter-period
• B) Shorter-period, longer-period
• C) Longer-period, longer-period
• D) Shorter-period, shorter-period

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Definitions:

Variable-Interval Schedule

A schedule in which a variable amount of time must elapse between the previous and subsequent times that reinforcement is available.

Fixed Number

A concept often used in experiments or statistical analyses that refers to a constant quantity or value that does not change.

Negative Reinforcers

An aversive stimulus whose removal or avoidance following a behavior increases the likelihood of that behavior being repeated.

Aversive Stimulus

A negative or unpleasant stimulus that causes a decrease in the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.