Smoking can cause the arousal of the sympathetic nervous system and mild relaxation of the muscles. From a learning perspective these are considered ________.

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The effects of smoking, such as arousal of the sympathetic nervous system and mild relaxation of the muscles, can be considered positive reinforcers because they provide a pleasurable or satisfying outcome, which can increase the likelihood of the behavior (smoking) being repeated.

Smoking Can Cause the Arousal of the Sympathetic Nervous System