Paradoxical reward effects refer to the finding that
A) instrumental, but not classical, conditioning is influenced by reward features.
B) reward produces motivational, emotional, and behavioral side effects.
C) reward sometimes weakens instrumental responding, whereas nonreward sometimes strengthens it.
D) the value of a reward varies from one individual to the next and also varies within a given individual over time.

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Paradoxical reward effects describe situations where rewarding a behavior might actually decrease the likelihood of the behavior occurring again, while not rewarding (or punishing) might increase its occurrence. This is contrary to the basic principles of reinforcement, which suggest that rewards should increase and punishments should decrease the likelihood of a behavior.

Paradoxical Reward Effects Refer to the Finding That