Which of the Following Best Illustrates Negative Reinforcement

question 102

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best illustrates negative reinforcement?

• A) parents withholding a child's allowance following the child's misbehaviour
• B) parents requiring a child to complete his or her homework before watching TV
• C) a child being given a time out following misbehaviour
• D) a child whose parents do not ground or scold him or her because the child obeyed their curfew

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Definitions:

Falling Asleep

The transition from wakefulness to sleep, marked by a decrease in bodily movement, responsiveness to external stimuli, and eventual entry into the sleep cycle.

Remaining Asleep

The state or condition of continuing to be asleep after initially falling asleep, often considered in the context of sleep quality and disorders.

Delta Waves

Brain waves that are most prominent during deep sleep and are characterized by their slow frequency.

Stage 4 Sleep

Stage 4 Sleep, also known as delta sleep or deep sleep, is a stage of sleep characterized by slow brainwaves and minimal body activity, where restorative and growth processes occur.