Which of the Following Statements Is True of Reinforcement Theory

question 64

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of reinforcement theory?

• A) It says that a behavior is a function of the efforts that go into performing that behavior.
• B) Negative reinforcement strengthens behavior by following behaviors with desirable consequences.
• C) Positive reinforcement strengthens behavior by withholding an unpleasant consequence when a specific behavior is performed.
• D) It says that behaviors followed by negative consequences will occur less frequently.

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