Skinner defines negative reinforcement as any condition that,
A)when removed from a situation,increases the probability that a given behavior will occur.
B)when added to a situation,increases the probability that a given behavior will occur.
C)when removed from a situation,decreases the probability that a given behavior will occur.
D)when added to a situation,decreases the probability that a given behavior will occur.

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Negative reinforcement involves the removal of a negative condition or stimulus from a situation, which increases the likelihood that a behavior will occur in the future. Therefore, option A is the correct answer as it describes the removal of a condition that increases the probability of a behavior occurring.

Skinner Defines Negative Reinforcement as Any Condition That