When a person's or animal's behavior is reinforced by the termination or avoidance of an aversive condition, this is called __________
A) positive reinforcement.
B) negative reinforcement.
C) punishment.
D) engaging in negative feedback.

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Negative reinforcement is the reinforcement of behavior by the removal or avoidance of an aversive condition or stimulus. This differs from positive reinforcement, which is the reinforcement of behavior by the addition of a positive or desirable condition or stimulus. Punishment is the application of an aversive or unpleasant consequence following a behavior in order to decrease its occurrence, which is different than reinforcement. Engaging in negative feedback is not a term that accurately describes reinforcement.

When a Person's or Animal's Behavior Is Reinforced by the Termination