Reinforcement Theory Is Based on the Premise That Behaviour That

question 50

Multiple Choice

Reinforcement theory is based on the premise that behaviour that is _____ is likely to be repeated, and behaviour that is _____ will occur less often.

• A) motivated; maintained
• B) maintained; motivated
• C) punished; maintained
• D) rewarded; punished

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