In operant conditioning, reinforcement is:
A) defined as any stimulus that automatically elicits an unconditioned response (UCR).
B) defined as any stimulus that automatically elicits a conditioned response (CR).
C) defined by the effect that it produces-increasing or strengthening behavior.
D) based upon behaviors elicited by discriminative stimuli.

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Reinforcement is defined as any consequence that increases or strengthens the behavior it follows. This can include tangible rewards, social praise, or removal of an aversive stimulus. It is separate from stimuli that elicit automatic responses (unconditioned or conditioned).

In Operant Conditioning, Reinforcement Is