A stimulus that indicates reinforcement is available is called a _____________ stimulus.
A)negative
B)positive
C)timed
D)discriminative

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A discriminative stimulus signals to the learner that the correct response will lead to reinforcement. It is also known as a discriminative cue or discriminative stimulus. Negative and positive stimuli refer to the type of reinforcement (i.e. adding or removing a stimulus) rather than a cue indicating reinforcement, while timed stimuli are not specific to reinforcement.

A Stimulus That Indicates Reinforcement Is Available Is Called a _____________