After implementing a policy where students can earn extra recess time with their good behavior,Miss Hobbes observes that her first-grade students have been better behaved.This illustrates which behavioral process?
A)positive reinforcement
B)negative reinforcement
C)positive punishment
D)negative punishment

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The implementation of an extra recess time policy is a form of positive reinforcement, as the good behavior is being rewarded with a desirable outcome (more time to play outside). The fact that the students have been better behaved is a result of the reinforcement.

After Implementing a Policy Where Students Can Earn Extra Recess