In operant conditioning,a stimulus that increases the probability of a behavior occurring again is called a:
A) reinforcer
B) punisher
C) generalizer
D) conditioner

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A reinforcer is any stimulus that strengthens or increases the likelihood of a behavior occurring again in the future. It can be positive, such as giving a reward, or negative, such as removing an aversive stimulus. Punishers, on the other hand, decrease the likelihood of a behavior occurring again. Generalizers and conditioners are not terms used in operant conditioning.

In Operant Conditioning,a Stimulus That Increases the Probability of a Behavior