Negative Reinforcement _____ a Behavior by Removing an _____ Stimulus

question 66

Multiple Choice

Negative reinforcement _____ a behavior by removing an _____ stimulus.

• A) increases; aversive
• B) decreases; aversive
• C) increases; appetitive
• D) decreases; appetitive

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Definitions:

Favorable Genes

Genetic traits that are advantageous to an organism's survival and reproduction, often highlighted in discussions of genetic inheritance and natural selection.

Positive Eugenics

Encourages the reproduction of individuals with traits considered desirable to increase their occurrence in the population.

Preimplantation Screening

A technique used in assisted reproductive technology to test embryos for genetic conditions before implantation.

Jeff McMahan

An American philosopher known for his contributions to ethical theory, particularly in the areas of war, killing, and bioethics.