Negative Reinforcement

question 144

Multiple Choice

Negative reinforcement

• A) decreases the probability of a response.
• B) is less effective than positive reinforcement.
• C) is another term for punishment.
• D) increases the probability of a response

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Definitions:

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Consultation

The process of seeking advice or expertise from someone with specialized knowledge to guide decision-making or problem-solving.

Inspirational Appeal

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