Multiple choice

The presentation of an aversive stimulus or the removal of a positive stimulus are both examples of

  1. negative reinforcement

  2. punishment

  3. positive reinforcement

  4. secondary reinforcement
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Punishment involves presenting an aversive stimulus (positive punishment) or removing a pleasant stimulus (negative punishment) to decrease behavior. Negative reinforcement (option A) strengthens behavior by removing something unpleasant - a common confusion.

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