Reinforcement by tension reduction is best exemplified by a

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Reinforcement by tension reduction occurs when an action leads to the reduction of a basic physiological need, resulting in a positive or reinforcing outcome. In choice C, the bear quenching its thirst after searching for water is an example of tension reduction (thirst being the tension) that reinforces the behavior of searching for water.  The bear's actions that led to thirst reduction will be reinforced because they are associated with tension reduction.

Reinforcement by Tension Reduction Is Best Exemplified by a