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In reinforcement theory, the most powerful reinforcement 


1. Fines and demotions are examples of which type of reinforcement? 
A. positive
B. avoidance
C. punishment
D. extinction
2. As a manager who practices reinforcement theory, you know that ____ is the least effective method in motivating employees to do a good job. 
A. Positive reinforcement
B. Avoidance reinforcement
C. Extinction
D. Punishment
3. With a(n) ____ schedule of reinforcement, each and every desired behavior is reinforced. 
A. continuous
B. intermittent
C. ratio
D. interval
4. Giving a bonus after workers produce at a standard rate is an example of a ____ schedule. 
A. fixed-interval
B. variable-interval
C. fixed-ratio
D. variable-ratio
 5. In reinforcement theory, the most powerful reinforcement schedule for sustaining a desired behavior is. 
A. fixed-interval
B. variable-interval
C. fixed-ratio
D. variable-ratio
6. All of the following are steps in the giving praise model EXCEPT: 
A. tell the employee exactly what was done correctly.
B. tell the employee why the behavior is important.
C. make general statements.
D. encourage repeat performance.
 
7. Each of the following questions is answered by either content, process, or reinforcement theories EXCEPT: 
A. "What needs do employees have that should be met on the job?"
B. "How do employees choose behavior to fulfill their needs?"
C. "What personality traits cause people to behave in certain ways?"
D. "What can managers do to get employees to behave in ways that meet the organizational objectives?"




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