Which of the following statements is true of reinforcement theory?
A) It says that a behavior is a function of the efforts that go into performing that behavior.
B) Negative reinforcement strengthens behavior by following behaviors with desirable consequences.
C) Positive reinforcement strengthens behavior by withholding an unpleasant consequence when a specific behavior is performed.
D) It says that behaviors followed by negative consequences will occur less frequently.

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Reinforcement theory suggests that behaviors followed by negative consequences are less likely to be repeated, as they are discouraged by the negative outcomes.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of Reinforcement Theory