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AP Psychologymediummcq1 pt

Negative reinforcement involves:

A.Removing an aversive stimulus to increase a behavior

B.Adding an aversive stimulus to decrease a behavior

C.Adding a pleasant stimulus to increase a behavior

D.Removing a pleasant stimulus to decrease a behavior

Explanation

Core Concept

Negative reinforcement strengthens a behavior by removing something aversive. Example: taking aspirin removes a headache, reinforcing the aspirin-taking behavior.

Correct Answer

ARemoving an aversive stimulus to increase a behavior

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