When Positive Reinforcement Is Employed

question 106

Multiple Choice

When positive reinforcement is employed,

• A) same behavior is likely to be repeated.
• B) desired behavior is less likely to be repeated.
• C) undesirable behavior is most likely to occur.
• D) negative behavior is likely to be repeated.
• E) employee retention is adversely affected.

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