Failure to provide positive feedback for a job well done, resulting in lower motivation thereafter is an example of a(n)
A)punishment.
B)extinction.
C)positive reinforcement.
D)negative reinforcement.
E)disempowerment.

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Extinction occurs when a previously reinforced behavior (in this case, performing well on the job) no longer results in reinforcement (positive feedback). This can lead to a decrease in motivation to perform well in the future. Punishment, positive reinforcement, negative reinforcement, and disempowerment do not accurately describe this scenario.

Failure to Provide Positive Feedback for a Job Well Done