Any Behavior That Tends to Reduce or Avoid Conditions That

question 46

Multiple Choice

Any behavior that tends to reduce or avoid conditions that are detrimental to the survival of the organism is

• A)positively reinforced.
• B)negatively reinforced.
• C)extinguished.
• D)punished.

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Definitions:

Punishment

A process by which a consequence immediately follows a behavior which decreases the future likelihood of that behavior occurring.

Effectiveness

The degree to which something is successful in producing a desired result; the ability of a thing or action to achieve its intended outcome.

Learning Process

refers to the methods or pathway through which individuals acquire new knowledge, behaviors, skills, values, or preferences.

Negative Reinforcement

A method in behavioral psychology where a response or behavior is strengthened by stopping, removing, or avoiding a negative outcome or stimulus.