The Second Component of the Two-Process Theory of Avoidance Is

question 16

Multiple Choice

The second component of the two-process theory of avoidance is

• A)reinforcement of the escape response through termination of fear.
• B)punishment of the escape response through presentation of the aversive stimulus.
• C)reinforcement of the avoidance response through prevention of the aversive stimulus.
• D)reinforcement of the avoidance response through fear reduction.

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