Regarding Escape and Avoidance Learning, Which of the Following Statements

question 580

Multiple Choice

Regarding escape and avoidance learning, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Avoidance learning involves making a response in order to postpone or prevent discomfort.
• B)Each time a situation is avoided, the person is reinforced by a sense of relief.
• C)Frequent punishment discourages the occurrence of escape and avoidance learning.
• D)Escape learning is based on negative reinforcement.

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