Question

multiple choice question
when removal of a stimulus in response to a behavior increases the frequency of that behavior,
○ negative punishment
○ positive reinforcement
○ negative reinforcement
○ positive punishment

Explanation:

1. Recall the definitions of operant conditioning terms:

• Negative punishment: Removal of a pleasant stimulus to decrease behavior.
• Positive reinforcement: Addition of a pleasant stimulus to increase behavior.
• Negative reinforcement: Removal of an unpleasant stimulus to increase behavior.
• Positive punishment: Addition of an unpleasant stimulus to decrease behavior.

1. The question states removal of a stimulus increases behavior frequency. This matches negative reinforcement (removing a stimulus, and behavior increases).

Answer:

C. negative reinforcement