Which Reinforcement Type Involves Applying a Consequence to Increase the Likelihood

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which reinforcement type involves applying a consequence to increase the likelihood that the person will repeat the behavior that led to it?

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

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Definitions:

Variable-interval

A reinforcement timetable in which a response is reinforced following a random duration of time.

Variable-ratio Schedule

A reinforcement schedule where a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses, making it highly resistant to extinction.

Specific Number

A specific number refers to a distinct and particular numerical value, identified without ambiguity.

Randomly Varying

Exhibiting changes that lack a specific pattern, direction, or expectation, occurring in a manner that cannot be predicted.