Which of the Following Statements Regarding Reinforcement Is TRUE

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding reinforcement is TRUE?

• A) The less an individual is deprived of a reinforcer, the greater effect it will have on the future occurrence of the desired behavior.
• B) A reinforcer should be administered regardless of whether the desired behavior is performed.
• C) A reinforcer will be most effective if administered immediately after the desired behavior has occurred.
• D) The larger the amount of reinforcer delivered after the desired behavior, the less effective the reinforcer will be on the desired behavior.

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