Operant conditioning is based on the premise that behaviors occur more often when they are:
A) extinguished.
B) rewarded.
C) negated.
D) ignored.

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Operant conditioning is a type of learning in which behaviors are strengthened or weakened by the consequences that follow them. In this context, reinforcement refers to any consequence that increases the likelihood of a behavior recurring in the future. In other words, when a behavior is rewarded, it is more likely to be repeated in the future. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.

Operant Conditioning Is Based on the Premise That Behaviors Occur