AP PSYCHOLOGY

LEARNING

OPERANT CONDITIONING

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Positive reinforcement ____
A
makes someone more likely to repeat an action in the future
B
hinders someone from repeating an action in the future
C
strenghtens a behaviour
D
eliminates a response
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Positive reinforcement refers to the introduction of a desirable or pleasant stimulus after a behavior. The desirable stimulus reinforces the behavior, making it more likely that the behavior will reoccur.

Detailed explanation-2: -Reinforcement and punishment both work independently, as well as together, as part of a behavior plan. Positive reinforcement works exceedingly better and faster than punishment.

Detailed explanation-3: -In operant conditioning, positive reinforcement involves the addition of a reinforcing stimulus following a behavior that makes it more likely that the behavior will occur again in the future. When a favorable outcome, event, or reward occurs after an action, that particular response or behavior will be strengthened.

Detailed explanation-4: -Positive reinforcement clearly defines and communicates desired behaviors while strengthening the relationship between performance and recognition. Employees whose performance is rewarded or recognized are more open to learning new techniques, skills, and taking on additional responsibility.

Detailed explanation-5: -The most effective way to teach a person or animal a new behavior is with positive reinforcement. In positive reinforcement, a desirable stimulus is added to increase a behavior.

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