If a Response Is Not Followed by a Reward, It

question 632

Multiple Choice

If a response is not followed by a reward, it will occur less frequently, according to which principle of operant conditioning?

• A)nonreinforcement
• B)punishment
• C)stimulus control
• D)negative reinforcement

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Definitions:

Transtheoretical Model

A theory of behavioral change that describes five stages individuals go through to change their behavior: precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance.

Maintenance

The ongoing care or upkeep of systems, equipment, or property to ensure continued functioning and prevention of degradation or failure.

Precontemplation

The stage in which individuals are not yet considering a change in their behavior or are unaware of the need for change.

Contemplation

The action of thinking deeply or considering something carefully over a period of time.