Which of the following describes positive reinforcement?
A) It strengthens behavior by withholding an unpleasant consequence of a specific behavior.
B) It weakens behavior by following behaviors with undesirable consequences.
C) It strengthens behavior by following behaviors with desirable consequences.
D) It weakens a behavior by making it less likely to occur.

Question

Which of the following describes positive reinforcement? 
A) ​It strengthens behavior by withholding an unpleasant consequence of a specific behavior. 
B) ​It weakens behavior by following behaviors with undesirable consequences. 
C) ​It strengthens behavior by following behaviors with desirable consequences. 
D) ​It weakens a behavior by making it less likely to occur.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Positive reinforcement involves adding something desirable in order to strengthen a behavior. By following desired behavior with desirable consequences, the behavior is more likely to occur again in the future.

Which of the Following Describes Positive Reinforcement