Which Action Is an Example of Negative Reinforcement

question 87

Multiple Choice

Which action is an example of negative reinforcement?

• A) not stealing cookies for fear of being spanked
• B) learning to take aspirin for headaches
• C) sewing a quilt to make your parents happy
• D) studying for an exam to earn an A

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Definitions:

Introverted

Describing a person predominantly concerned with their own thoughts and feelings rather than with external things.

Extraversion

A personality trait characterized by orientation towards the external environment and enjoyment from engaging in social interactions, as opposed to introversion.

Big Five

A model describing five major personality traits: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.

Extraversion

A personality trait characterized by outgoingness, sociability, and a high level of activity.