In Distinguishing Between Negative Reinforcers and Punishment,we Note That

question 75

Multiple Choice

In distinguishing between negative reinforcers and punishment,we note that

• A)punishment,but not negative reinforcement,involves use of an aversive stimulus.
• B)in contrast to punishment,negative reinforcement decreases the likelihood of a response by the presentation of an aversive stimulus.
• C)in contrast to punishment,negative reinforcement increases the likelihood of a response by the presentation of an aversive stimulus.
• D)in contrast to punishment,negative reinforcement increases the likelihood of a response by the termination of an aversive stimulus.

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