The Process of Strengthening a Behavior by Withdrawing Something Negative

question 117

Multiple Choice

The process of strengthening a behavior by withdrawing something negative is called

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

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