Telling a student that they can have 10 minutes of free time after finishing their math worksheet is an example of social reinforcement.

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This is an example of positive reinforcement, where a desirable stimulus (10 minutes of free time) is added following a behavior (completing a math worksheet) to increase the likelihood of that behavior occurring again. Social reinforcement involves interpersonal interactions, such as praise or approval.

Telling a Student That They Can Have 10 Minutes of Free