In Some Instances, Removing a Stimulus After Some Response Decreases

question 63

Multiple Choice

In some instances, removing a stimulus after some response decreases the occurrence of that response.This is an example of

• A)positive reinforcement.
• B)negative reinforcement.
• C)omission training.
• D)punishment.

Explain the process and effects of extinction on behavior.

Detail the principles of stimulus generalization and stimulus discrimination.

Illustrate the concept of avoidance conditioning.

Understand the use of reinforcement schedules and their impact on behavior.

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