The Internal Revenue Service threatens Sue with a penalty if she fails to pay her back taxes.She pays,and the threat is withdrawn.In the future,she is more prompt in meeting her obligation.This is an example of the use of _______ to control behavior.
A)positive reinforcement
B)negative reinforcement
C)positive punishment
D)negative punishment

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This is an example of negative reinforcement, which involves the removal of an aversive stimulus (the threat of a penalty) to increase the likelihood of a behavior (paying taxes on time).

The Internal Revenue Service Threatens Sue with a Penalty If