Match the examples with the appropriate type of reinforcement or punishment.
-Sally's mother was so happy with the good grade Sally received on her term paper that she bought her a new dress she had been wanting.
A)negative punishment
B)negative reinforcement
C)positive punishment
D)positive reinforcement

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Sally received something she wanted (new dress) as a result of her good grade, which increases the likelihood of her repeating the behavior (getting good grades) in the future. This is an example of positive reinforcement.

Match the Examples with the Appropriate Type of Reinforcement or Punishment