To Get the Best Results While Using Reinforcement Theory, Rewards

question 86

Multiple Choice

To get the best results while using reinforcement theory, rewards should be ________.

• A) small and given only once
• B) large and given at irregular intervals
• C) given prior to the desired behavior response
• D) given immediately following the desired behavior
• E) presented publicly with a large number of witnesses

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Definitions:

Percentage Point

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Stock Split

Issue by a corporation of a given number of shares in exchange for shares currently held by stockholders. A split increases the number of shares outstanding. A reverse split decreases the number outstanding.

Divisor

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