Which of the Following Is Not an Assumption That Thomas

question 84

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an assumption that Thomas Malthus makes in his theory of population?

• A) Population increases geometrically but food supplies can only reproduce arithmetically.
• B) Humans have a natural drive to reproduce.
• C) Checks on population should be imposed or famine will result.
• D) The poor are not responsible for their situations.

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Definitions:

Reinforcement Theory

A theory in psychology that suggests behavior is motivated by its consequences, with reinforcement used to increase or decrease specific behaviors.

Behavior

The actions or reactions of an individual or system in response to external or internal stimuli.

Variable Ratio Schedules

In behavioral psychology, a reinforcement schedule where a response is rewarded after an unpredictable number of responses, enhancing motivation to respond.

Extinction

The process of eliminating a behavior by stopping the reinforcement that previously followed that behavior, often used in behavioral psychology and organizational management.