The term _____ refers to the removal of a stimulus following a response, which then leads to an increase in the future strength of that response.
A) positive reinforcement
B) negative reinforcement
C) positive punishment
D) negative punishment

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Negative reinforcement involves the removal of an aversive stimulus after a response, which increases the likelihood of that response occurring again in the future. It strengthens behavior by taking away an unpleasant condition in response to the behavior.

The Term _____ Refers to the Removal of a Stimulus