AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Reinforcer A stimulus or event that increases the probability that the response it follows will be repeated.

Detailed explanation-2: -Reinforcers: Responses from the environment that increase the probability of a behavior being repeated. Reinforcers can be either positive or negative. Punishers: Responses from the environment that decrease the likelihood of a behavior being repeated. Punishment weakens behavior.

Detailed explanation-3: -Punishment is often mistakenly confused with negative reinforcement. The difference: Reinforcement increases the chances that a behavior will occur and punishment decreases the chances that a behavior will occur.

Detailed explanation-4: -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-5: -Positive reinforcement is a basic principle of Skinner’s operant conditioning, which refers to the introduction of a desirable or pleasant stimulus after a behavior, such as a reward. This desirable stimulus is intended to reinforce the behavior, making it more likely that the behavior will occur in the future.