A psychology professor promises students a 1 bonus mark for every class they attend. The overall attendance of the course has been very good. The professor is employing which type of reinforcer?

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Positive reinforcement involves adding a desirable stimulus to increase a behavior. In this case, the professor is adding bonus marks to increase attendance, which is a classic example of positive reinforcement.

A Psychology Professor Promises Students a 1 Bonus Mark for Every