Which of the Following Traits Is NOT a Necessary Characteristic

question 119

Multiple Choice

Which of the following traits is NOT a necessary characteristic of prosocial behavior?

• A)voluntary
• B)intended to benefit another person
• C)convenient
• D)All are necessary characteristics of prosocial
• behavior.

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Definitions:

Positive Reinforcer

A stimulus that, when presented after a behavior, increases the likelihood of that behavior occurring in the future.

Unconditioned Response

A natural, automatic action or feeling that occurs in response to a stimulus without prior learning or conditioning.

Punisher

An entity or stimulus that decreases the likelihood of a behavior recurring by administering an adverse response or outcome.

Negative Reinforcer

A stimulus whose removal after a behavior increases the likelihood of that behavior occurring again in the future.