Any consequence that increases the likelihood that a particular behavior will be repeated is called
A)Motivation
B)Punishment
C)Reward
D)Preference

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A consequence that increases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated is a form of reinforcement. Rewards are positive reinforcement because they increase the chances of a behavior being repeated. Punishment, on the other hand, decreases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated. Motivation and preference are related to an individual's desire or inclination towards a certain behavior but do not directly increase the likelihood of it being repeated. Therefore, the best choice is C) Reward.

Any Consequence That Increases the Likelihood That a Particular Behavior