Positive Reinforcement and Negative Punishment Are ____

question 163

Multiple Choice

Positive reinforcement and negative punishment are ____.

• A) two words to describe the same thing
• B) two different ways of increasing a behavior
• C) different in that positive reinforcement involves taking something away and negative punishment involves adding something
• D) different in that positive reinforcement increases a behavior and negative punishment decreases a behavior

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Definitions:

Merchandise Purchases Budget

A detailed plan used by a merchandising company that shows the amount of goods that must be purchased from suppliers during the period.

Not-For-Profit Entities

Organizations that operate for purposes other than generating profit, often focusing on social, educational, or charitable activities.

Objectives

Specific, measurable goals set by a business or individual to guide activities and measure performance effectively.

Budgets

Financial plans that estimate revenue and expenses over a specified future period, guiding spending and investment decisions.