The Law of Contingent Reinforcement Advises Managers to ___

question 173

Multiple Choice

The law of contingent reinforcement advises managers to ___.

• A) give rewards as soon as possible following the occurrence of a desirable behaviour
• B) focus on verbal praise and recognition as opposed to money when giving rewards
• C) give rewards only if the desired behaviour is exhibited
• D) give rewards in small doses at first and then increase their magnitude when the desirable behaviour is displayed more permanently
• E) use both punishment and positive reinforcement to gain maximum impact on behaviour

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Inflation

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Overall Level

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