Any consequence that follows a behavior and makes the person more likely to repeat that behavior is called a(n) _____.
A) punishment
B) condition
C) reinforcement
D) observation

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The term that describes a consequence that increases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated is reinforcement. Punishment is a consequence that decreases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated, while a condition or observation may not necessarily affect the behavior at all. Therefore, the best choice is C.

Any Consequence That Follows a Behavior and Makes the Person