Ernie Has a Conviction for Marijuana Use in His Past

question 93

Multiple Choice

Ernie has a conviction for marijuana use in his past. For the first three years of his employment, he had to submit to monthly drug testing. After three years of being clean, his employer changed the requirement to a random test twice a year. This change is an example of

• A)negative reinforcement.
• B)positive reinforcement.
• C)extinction.
• D)punishment.
• E)arbitration.

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Definitions:

Hereditary Influences

Genetic factors passed down from parents to offspring that affect various characteristics and traits.

Overconfident

A cognitive bias characterized by an individual's belief that they are more capable or knowledgeable than they actually are.

Communication "Don't"

Guidelines or practices to avoid in effective communication, usually aimed at preventing misunderstandings or offense.

Common Courtesy

Polite behavior that shows respect for other people, including manners and acts of kindness observed in societal interactions.