When something desirable is presented upon the occurrence of a behavior,and as a result that behavior is strengthened,_____ has happened.
A)positive punishment
B)negative reinforcement
C)positive reinforcement
D)negative punishment

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Positive reinforcement involves presenting a desirable stimulus, such as praise or a reward, after a behavior in order to increase the likelihood of that behavior occurring again in the future. This is different from positive punishment, which involves presenting an aversive stimulus after a behavior in order to decrease the likelihood of that behavior occurring again. Negative reinforcement involves removing an aversive stimulus after a behavior in order to increase the likelihood of that behavior occurring again. Negative punishment involves removing a desirable stimulus after a behavior in order to decrease the likelihood of that behavior occurring again.

When Something Desirable Is Presented Upon the Occurrence of a Behavior,and