Which of the Following Techniques Reduces the Likelihood That Behavior

question 96

Multiple Choice

Which of the following techniques reduces the likelihood that behavior will be repeated?

• A) Positive reinforcement
• B) Negative reinforcement
• C) Extinction
• D) Reward enhancement
• E) All of these

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Definitions:

Dysfunctional

Referring to an abnormal or impaired functioning in individuals or systems, often leading to negative consequences.

Diagnostic Labeling

The practice of identifying and classifying mental health conditions by their symptoms and behavioral aspects.

Psychologically Disordered

Referring to a pattern of behavioral or psychological symptoms that impact multiple areas of life and create distress for the person affected.

Bias

A tendency to lean in a certain direction, often to the detriment of an open mind; in statistics, a systematic error introduced into sampling or testing.