Which of the following statements about positive reinforcers is accurate?
A)They are used in negative reinforcement.
B)They weaken behaviors that they follow.
C)They strengthen behaviors that they follow.
D)They strengthen behaviors that lead to their removal.

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Positive reinforcers are stimuli that increase the likelihood of a behavior being repeated by presenting a desirable consequence or reward immediately after the behavior occurs. Therefore, they strengthen behaviors that they follow. Option A is incorrect because positive reinforcers are not used in negative reinforcement, which involves the removal of an aversive stimulus to increase the likelihood of a behavior being repeated. Option B is also incorrect because positive reinforcers do not weaken behaviors that they follow. Option D is incorrect because positive reinforcers strengthen behaviors that are followed by their presentation, not their removal.

Which of the Following Statements About Positive Reinforcers Is Accurate