Positive Reinforcement Occurs When

question 60

Multiple Choice

Positive reinforcement occurs when:

• A)a desirable stimulus is removed following a behavior.
• B)an unpleasant stimulus is removed following a behavior.
• C)a desirable stimulus is added following a behavior.
• D)an unpleasant stimulus is added following a behavior.

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Definitions:

Thoracic Cavity

The chamber of the human body located between the neck and the abdomen, encased by the ribs, sternum, and vertebral column; it contains the lungs and heart.

Serous Membrane

A thin layer of tissue that lines certain internal cavities of the body, producing a lubricating fluid to reduce friction from muscle movement.

Hypothalamus

The hypothalamus is a small but crucial part of the brain that regulates many bodily functions, including temperature, hunger, and hormone release.

Skeletal Muscle

A type of muscle that is attached to bones and is involved in facilitating movement through contraction.