Which action is an example of negative reinforcement?
A) not stealing cookies for fear of being spanked
B) learning to take aspirin for headaches
C) sewing a quilt to make your parents happy
D) studying for an exam to earn an A

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Negative reinforcement involves the removal of an unpleasant stimulus to increase a behavior. Taking aspirin removes the unpleasant stimulus of a headache, thereby increasing the likelihood of taking aspirin in the future when a headache occurs.

Which Action Is an Example of Negative Reinforcement