Chiquita is afraid of robots.When she avoids them,her anxiety is reduced.Which learning principle most likely underlies the persistence of Chiquita's phobia?
A)positive reinforcement
B)negative reinforcement
C)classical conditioning
D)observational conditioning

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Negative reinforcement occurs when a behavior is strengthened by removing or avoiding a negative outcome or stimulus. In this case, Chiquita's avoidance of robots reduces her anxiety, reinforcing her avoidance behavior.

Chiquita Is Afraid of Robots