Elton's mother has been nagging that he should practise at the piano for the upcoming competition. Elton eventually complies to stop her nagging. This example illustrates _______________.
A) positive punishment
B) negative punishment
C) positive reinforcement
D) negative reinforcement

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Elton's compliance to stop his mother's nagging is an example of negative reinforcement, as the removal of his mother's nagging serves to increase the likelihood of his behavior (practicing the piano). Negative reinforcement is when a behavior is strengthened by the removal or avoidance of an unpleasant stimulus.

Elton's Mother Has Been Nagging That He Should Practise at the Piano