Positive and Negative Reinforcement Are Similar in That Both Procedures

question 43

Multiple Choice

Positive and negative reinforcement are similar in that both procedures

• A) are used to increase the frequency of a behavior.
• B) are used to decrease the frequency of a behavior.
• C) take away something for inappropriate behaviors.
• D) are ineffective unless backed up with classical conditioning.

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