Applying Consequences That Increase the Likelihood That a Person Will

question 19

Multiple Choice

Applying consequences that increase the likelihood that a person will repeat the behavior that led to it is referred to as

• A)negative reinforcement.
• B)positive reinforcement.
• C)punishment.
• D)extinction.
• E)encouragement.

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Definitions:

Psychodynamic

An approach in psychology that emphasizes systematic study of psychological forces underlying human behavior, feelings, and emotions, and how they might relate to early experiences.

Social-cognitive

Refers to a psychological model focusing on how an individual's knowledge acquisition can be directly related to observing others within the context of social interactions, experiences, and outside media influences.

Assessment Strategy

A planned approach to evaluating or measuring the performance, skills, knowledge, or abilities of individuals or groups.

Person-situation Controversy

A debate within psychology about whether behavior is more influenced by personality traits or situational factors.