Negative reinforcement:
A)is the same thing as punishment
B) leads to an increase in the probability of a behavior.
C) decreases the likelihood that a behavior will be performed
D)is the same thing as secondary reinforcement

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Negative reinforcement increases the likelihood of a behavior by removing or avoiding a negative outcome or stimulus when the desired behavior is performed. This process strengthens the behavior because it leads to a favorable outcome (the cessation or avoidance of something unpleasant).

Negative Reinforcement