_____ occurs when a stimulus is presented that increases the likelihood of a behavior.
A)Positive punishment
B)Positive reinforcement
C)Negative punishment
D)Negative reinforcement

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Positive reinforcement occurs when a stimulus is presented (such as praise or a reward) that increases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated. This differs from positive punishment, which is when a stimulus is presented (such as a scolding or punishment) that decreases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated. Negative punishment is when a stimulus is removed (such as taking away a privilege) to decrease the likelihood of a behavior being repeated, and negative reinforcement is when a stimulus is removed (such as ending an unpleasant task) to increase the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.

_____ Occurs When a Stimulus Is Presented That Increases the Likelihood