Any stimulus that,when presented after a response,strengthens the response is called a(n)

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A positive reinforcer is any stimulus that strengthens or increases the likelihood of a desired behavior when presented after the behavior. It can be something pleasurable or rewarding (such as food or praise) or something that removes or avoids something unpleasant (such as removing a loud noise). Neither conditioned stimulus nor unconditioned stimulus necessarily has to strengthen a response, and negative reinforcer weakens a response rather than strengthening it.

Any Stimulus That,when Presented After a Response,strengthens the Response Is