Which of the following is an example of positive reinforcement in action?
A) putting down an umbrella when it stops raining
B) patting your dog when he obeys you
C) taking an aspirin to get rid of a headache
D) a mother speaking sharply to her naughty child
E) being fined for driving too fast

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Positive reinforcement involves adding a desirable stimulus to increase a behavior. Patting your dog when he obeys you is an example of adding a positive stimulus (affection) to increase the likelihood of the obedient behavior being repeated.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Positive Reinforcement