Positive reinforcement tends to __________ the probability of a response. Negative reinforcement tends to __________ the probability of a response.
A) increase; increase
B) increase; decrease
C) decrease; decrease
D) decrease; increase

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Positive reinforcement involves rewarding a behavior, which increases the likelihood of the behavior being repeated. Negative reinforcement involves removing an aversive stimulus when a desired behavior is exhibited, which also increases the likelihood of the behavior being repeated. Therefore, both positive and negative reinforcement increase the probability of a response.

Positive Reinforcement Tends to __________ the Probability of a Response