Fines and demotions are examples of which type of reinforcement?
A) positive
B) avoidance
C) punishment
D) extinction

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Fines and demotions are examples of punishment, as they are intended to decrease the likelihood of a behavior occurring again in the future. Positive reinforcement involves adding something desirable to increase the likelihood of a behavior, while avoidance involves removing an aversive stimulus to increase the likelihood of a behavior. Extinction involves withholding reinforcement altogether to decrease the likelihood of a behavior.

Fines and Demotions Are Examples of Which Type of Reinforcement