When the Removal of an Event Increases the Likelihood of a Prior

question 111

Multiple Choice

When the removal of an event increases the likelihood of a prior response,_______ has occurred.

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

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Definitions:

Vigor

Physical strength, good health, and energy, often used to describe a robust level of activity or vitality.

Olds and Milner

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