________ strengthens a response by following it with the removal of an unpleasant stimulus.

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Negative reinforcement strengthens a response by removing an unpleasant stimulus."""

Note: A is incorrect because positive reinforcement adds something desirable to strengthen a response. B is incorrect because punishment decreases a behavior by adding an unpleasant stimulus. D is incorrect because extinction weakens a behavior by removing the reinforcing stimulus altogether.

________ Strengthens a Response by Following It with the Removal