Question

what is a reinforcer that is something taken away to get you to do something? partial reinforcer negative reinforcer secondary reinforcer delayed reinforcer

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Partial Reinforcer: Involves reinforcing a behavior only some of the time, not related to removing something.
• Negative Reinforcer: Defined as the removal of an aversive stimulus to increase the likelihood of a behavior, which matches the description of a reinforcer that is something taken away to get you to do something.
• Secondary Reinforcer: A stimulus that gains reinforcing properties through association with a primary reinforcer, not about removal.
• Delayed Reinforcer: A reinforcer that is presented after a delay, not related to removal.

Answer:

B. Negative Reinforcer