Which statement best describes positive reinforcement?
A) It is the offering of something valued before a desired behavior has been exhibited, resulting in an increase in the frequency of that behavior.
B) It is the offering of something valued after a desired behavior has been exhibited, resulting in an increase in the frequency of the behavior.
C) It is a reinforcer used to increase a desired behavior by encouraging students to perform a particular behavior in order to avoid something they dislike.
D) It is either the presentation of an aversive stimulus or removal of a positive stimulus with the intent of reducing or eliminating an undesirable behavior.

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Positive reinforcement involves offering something valued after a desired behavior has been exhibited, resulting in an increase in the frequency of that behavior. This is different from negative reinforcement, which involves the removal of an aversive stimulus to increase the likelihood of a behavior. Option C describes negative reinforcement, while option D describes punishment.

Which Statement Best Describes Positive Reinforcement