Negative Reinforcement Is Best Thought of As

question 107

Multiple Choice

Negative reinforcement is best thought of as:

• A)reinforcement for an undesirable activity.
• B)punishment.
• C)something that was predicted to serve as reinforcement but did not do so.
• D)stimuli whose termination or removal increases behavior.

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Definitions:

Halo Effects

A cognitive bias where an overall impression of a person, brand, or product influences feelings and thoughts about its properties or related items.

Selective Perception

The process by which individuals interpret or focus on specific stimuli while ignoring others, based on preconceptions or experiences.

Projection

A psychological defense mechanism where an individual ascribes their own undesired feelings or attributes onto others.

Increased Satisfaction

The improvement of contentment and fulfillment experienced by individuals, typically in a work or service context.