Negative Reinforcement Is Best Thought of As

question 107

Multiple Choice

Negative reinforcement is best thought of as:

• A)reinforcement for an undesirable activity.
• B)punishment.
• C)something that was predicted to serve as reinforcement but did not do so.
• D)stimuli whose termination or removal increases behavior.

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Definitions:

Motivate

To provide with a reason or incentive to act in a certain way, often aiming to stimulate interest or enthusiasm in undertaking a task or goal.

Motivational Potential

The capacity or likelihood of something to stimulate interest or enthusiasm, thereby encouraging action or engagement.

Weak Economy

An economic state characterized by slow growth, high unemployment, and low consumer confidence.

Profit Sharing

A financial incentive strategy where employees receive a share of the company’s profits, based on its earnings, as a form of motivation and reward.