Question

what type of behavior modification is used when a parent praises a child for correct behavior?
positive reinforcement
punishment
negative reinforcement

Explanation:

Positive reinforcement involves adding a pleasant or rewarding stimulus (like praise) to increase the likelihood of a behavior being repeated. When a parent praises a child for correct behavior, they are adding a positive stimulus to encourage that behavior. Punishment involves adding an aversive stimulus to decrease a behavior. Negative reinforcement involves removing an aversive stimulus to increase a behavior.

Answer:

Positive Reinforcement