Which two types of reinforcement are generally accepted as means for increasing the frequency of desired behaviour?
A) Positive reinforcement and extinction
B) Negative reinforcement and punishment
C) Negative reinforcement and extinction
D) Extinction and punishment
E) Positive reinforcement and negative reinforcement

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Positive reinforcement involves adding a desirable stimulus to increase the frequency of desired behavior, while negative reinforcement involves removing an aversive stimulus to increase the frequency of desired behavior. Both of these types of reinforcement have been shown to be effective in increasing the frequency of desired behavior.

Which Two Types of Reinforcement Are Generally Accepted as Means