A reinforcer that removes something unpleasant from a situation is a __________.
A)primary reinforcer
B)positive reinforcer
C)negative reinforcer
D)secondary reinforcer

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A negative reinforcer is a stimulus that, when removed, strengthens behavior because its removal is perceived as a reward. The negative reinforcement is often misunderstood as punishment. However, punishment is not the same as negative reinforcement. Punishment involves the application of an unpleasant consequence to decrease behavior, whereas negative reinforcement involves the removal of an unpleasant stimulus to increase behavior.

A Reinforcer That Removes Something Unpleasant from a Situation Is