Which of the following is common to positive reinforcement and negative reinforcement?
A)instinctive drift
B)punishment
C)contingency
D)spontaneous recovery

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Contingency, or the relationship between a behavior and its consequences, is a necessary component of both positive and negative reinforcement. Positive reinforcement involves the presentation of a desired consequence (such as a reward) following a behavior, while negative reinforcement involves the removal of an aversive stimulus (such as a loud noise) following a behavior. Both require a clear contingency between the behavior and the consequence in order to effectively shape future behavior. Instinctive drift, punishment, and spontaneous recovery are not common to both types of reinforcement.

Which of the Following Is Common to Positive Reinforcement and Negative