Negative and positive reinforcement are different in that while positive reinforcement strengthens a response,negative reinforcement weakens a response.

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This statement is incorrect. Positive reinforcement strengthens a response by adding a desirable stimulus, while negative reinforcement strengthens a response by removing an aversive stimulus. Negative reinforcement does not weaken a response.

Negative and Positive Reinforcement Are Different in That While Positive