Which of the following strengthen behavior?
A) Positive reinforcement and negative reinforcement
B) Punishment and extinction
C) Positive reinforcement and extinction
D) Punishment and negative reinforcement
E) Negative reinforcement and extinction

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Positive reinforcement and negative reinforcement both strengthen behavior by increasing the likelihood that the behavior will occur again in the future. Positive reinforcement involves presenting a reward or positive consequence after a behavior, while negative reinforcement involves removing or avoiding an unpleasant stimulus after a behavior. Both of these consequences increase the likelihood that the behavior will be repeated. Punishment and extinction, on the other hand, weaken behavior by decreasing the likelihood that the behavior will occur again in the future.

Which of the Following Strengthen Behavior