GROWTH DEVELOPMENT CHILD
OPERANT CONDITIONING
Question
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Positive Reinforcement
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Negative Reinforcement
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Positive Punishment
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Negative Punishment
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Detailed explanation-1: -Positive and Negative Reinforcement Positive reinforcement: This involves adding something to increase response, such as giving a piece of candy to a child after they clean their room.
Detailed explanation-2: -For example, spanking a child when he throws a tantrum is an example of positive punishment. Something is added to the mix (spanking) to discourage a bad behavior (throwing a tantrum). On the other hand, removing restrictions from a child when she follows the rules is an example of negative reinforcement.
Detailed explanation-3: -There are four types of reinforcement: positive reinforcement, negative reinforcement, extinction, and punishment. Positive reinforcement is the application of a positive reinforcer.
Detailed explanation-4: -Positive punishment is when you add a consequence to unwanted behavior. You do this to make it less appealing. An example of positive punishment is adding more chores to the list when your child neglects their responsibilities.