As part of a behavior modification program,Kendra and her partner each agree to praise the other if she completes her assigned household chores by the end of the day.Such praise is an example of:
A)primary reinforcement
B)tertiary reinforcement
C)positive reinforcement
D)negative reinforcement

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The praise in this situation is a positive reinforcement because it is adding a desired stimulus (praise) to increase the likelihood that the behavior (completing chores) will occur again in the future. A is incorrect because primary reinforcement refers to a naturally reinforcing stimulus, such as food or water. B is incorrect because tertiary reinforcement is a less direct form of reinforcement, such as giving a trophy for winning a competition. D is incorrect because negative reinforcement involves removing an aversive stimulus to increase the likelihood of a behavior, which is not the case in this scenario.

As Part of a Behavior Modification Program,Kendra and Her Partner