Which of the Following Is an Example of Negative Reinforcement

question 133

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of negative reinforcement?

• A)G iving a child a sweet dessert as a reward for finishing his dinner
• B)P aying a child a dollar for each "A" received on her report card
• C)Stopping nagging a child when he finally cleans his room
• D)Cutting a child's TV time by 30 minutes each time she "talks back"

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