In Negative Reinforcement, the ________ of A(n) ________ Stimulus Follows

question 30

Multiple Choice

In negative reinforcement, the ________ of a(n) ________ stimulus follows a response and changes the likelihood of that response reoccurring.

• A) termination; aversive
• B) termination; pleasant
• C) onset; aversive
• D) onset; pleasant

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Definitions:

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

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