Which of the Following Is an Example of Negative Reinforcement

question 100

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of negative reinforcement?

• A) waking up just before the alarm clock goes off in order to avoid the obnoxious alarm sound
• B) going shopping after getting a "B" on a difficult exam
• C) treating yourself to an iTunes gift card after cleaning your room
• D) exercising less after running a mini marathon

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Definitions:

Social-Cognitive Perspective

A viewpoint in psychology that emphasizes the role of cognitive processes in understanding social behavior.

Academically Incompetent

Lacking the necessary skills, knowledge, or ability to achieve success in an educational setting.

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A symptom often observed in certain psychological disorders, characterized by incoherent or nonsensical talk, indicating disrupted thinking.

Delusions

False beliefs held strongly by an individual, despite clear evidence to the contrary, often observed in psychological conditions.