To avoid getting a headache, Amelia always lets her dog outside when it sits by the door and howls. This is an example of which type of punishment or reinforcement?
A) aversive punishment
B) negative reinforcement
C) positive reinforcement
D) response cost

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Negative reinforcement involves the removal of an unpleasant stimulus (in this case, the dog's howling) to increase the likelihood of a behavior (letting the dog outside). Amelia is motivated to act to avoid the headache caused by the howling.

To Avoid Getting a Headache, Amelia Always Lets Her Dog