Negative reinforcement occurs when managers _____ after an employee demonstrates a desirable behavior.
A)bestow a positive consequence
B)bestow a negative consequence
C)withhold a positive consequence
D)withhold a negative consequence

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Negative reinforcement involves the removal or avoidance of an unpleasant outcome after the desired behavior is demonstrated, thus encouraging that behavior to occur again in the future. In this context, withholding a negative consequence (such as not giving extra work or removing a disliked task) after an employee shows a desirable behavior is an example of negative reinforcement.

Negative Reinforcement Occurs When Managers _____ After an Employee Demonstrates