Negative Reinforcement and Punishment

question 497

Multiple Choice

Negative reinforcement and punishment

• A)have opposite effects on behavior.
• B)are different terms for the same procedure.
• C)have the same effect on behavior.
• D)are not very effective in changing behavior.

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Definitions:

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