The Contingencies Are as Follows: If the Response Occurs, a Stimulus

question 105

Multiple Choice

The contingencies are as follows: if the response occurs, a stimulus is presented; if the response does not occur, the stimulus is not presented. Under this procedure the strength of the response decreases. What procedure is being used?

• A) positive reinforcement
• B) negative reinforcement
• C) punishment
• D) avoidance training

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