The presentation of an aversive stimulus or the removal of a positive stimulus are both examples of
A)negative reinforcement.
B)punishment.
C)positive reinforcement.
D)secondary reinforcement.

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Punishment involves presenting an aversive stimulus (such as scolding or spanking) or removing a positive stimulus (such as taking away a toy). Negative reinforcement, on the other hand, involves removing an aversive stimulus to increase a behavior, while positive reinforcement involves presenting a reward or positive stimulus to increase a behavior. Secondary reinforcement refers to a learned association between a neutral stimulus and a primary (or intrinsic) reinforcer.

The Presentation of an Aversive Stimulus or the Removal of a Positive