Of the given options, which type of reinforcement is used to strengthen a response by presenting a stimulus?

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Whitney

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6 October, 19:10

Of the given options, which type of reinforcement is used to strengthen a response by presenting a stimulus?

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Journey Hunt · Answer 1

Answer: Positive reinforcement

Explanation:

Reinforcement simply means increasing a behavior. Reinforcement can either be positive or negative. All reinforcers either positive or negative increase likely occurrence of a behavioral response.

Positive reinforcement is a process which strengthens the likelihood of particular response by adding stimulus after the performance of the behavior. Positive reinforcement can be used to teach an individual or animal new behavior.