Which Two Contingencies of Reinforcement Are Designed to Decrease Undesired

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which two contingencies of reinforcement are designed to decrease undesired behaviors?

• A)Punishment and extinction
• B)Positive reinforcement and punishment
• C)Punishment and negative reinforcement
• D)Positive reinforcement and negative reinforcement
• E)Negative reinforcement and extinction

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Definitions:

Awake and Alert

Being awake and alert refers to a state of consciousness where an individual is fully aware of their surroundings and able to react to stimuli.

REM Sleep

A stage of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, dreaming, and brain activity similar to wakefulness, crucial for cognitive and emotional function.

EEG (Beta Waves)

EEG (Beta Waves) refers to the brainwave patterns detected by an electroencephalogram that indicate a state of wakefulness, alertness, and active concentration or thinking.

REM Sleep

A sleep phase characterized by rapid eye movement, vivid dreams, and increased brain activity.