AP Psychologyhardmcq1 pt
A child stops whining when a parent finally gives in — and whines MORE next time. The child's whining was
A.positively reinforced
B.negatively reinforced
C.punished
D.extinguished
Explanation
Core Concept
Getting the treat rewards the whining, strengthening it — the trap of giving in to demands.
Correct Answer
Apositively reinforced
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