From an operant conditioning perspective, chocolate is a reinforcer if it
A) strengthens the probability of a behavior that follows it.
B) strengthens the probability of a behavior that precedes it.
C) elicits salivation.
D) Both b and c are correct.

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From an operant conditioning perspective, a reinforcer is something that increases the likelihood of a behavior that precedes it. Chocolate, when given after a specific behavior, can encourage the repetition of that behavior.

From an Operant Conditioning Perspective, Chocolate Is a Reinforcer If