The Presentation of a Stimulus Following a Given Behavior in Order

question 96

Multiple Choice

The presentation of a stimulus following a given behavior in order to increase the frequency of that behavior is called

• A)negative reinforcement.
• B)positive reinforcement.
• C)positive punishment.
• D)negative punishment.

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Definitions:

Temporal Mechanisms

Processes or systems that operate over time to regulate biological or physical events in a chronological manner.

Photosynthetic

The process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen.

Guard Cells

Specialized cells in the epidermis of leaves and stems that regulate the opening and closing of stomata, controlling gas exchange and water loss.

Epidermal Cells

Cells making up the epidermis, the outermost layer of the skin, serving as the body’s protective barrier against environmental stressors, pathogens, and water loss.