Whenever Margaret has personal problems, she confides in two co-workers who listen very attentively and offer her emotional support. The amount of time that Margaret spends discussing her personal problems with co-workers has steadily increased. In this example, positive reinforcement is occurring.

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Margaret's behavior of confiding in her co-workers is being reinforced by their attentiveness and emotional support, which is a form of positive reinforcement.

Whenever Margaret Has Personal Problems, She Confides in Two Co-Workers