Which Situation Is Likely to Be an Example of Negative

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which situation is likely to be an example of negative reinforcement?

• A) A child puts a coin into a machine and gets a gumball.
• B) An employee submits reports to a nagging boss and boss stops nagging.
• C) An employee submits time sheet to payroll department and gets paid on Friday.
• D) A student has a tantrum and the teacher gives a hug to calm them down.

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Definitions:

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