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One of the most difficult problems for any teacher is a child who consistently disrupts class. Researchers have shown that giving attention in the form of scolding to a disruptive child actually increases the child's misbehavior. In the terms of operant conditioning, the scolding is a ____.
 
  a. punisher
  b. penalty
  c. positive reinforce
  d. negative reinforcer

Question 2

After Nadia spills water all over her painting, her first-grade art teacher gives her some candyto make her feel better. The next time art class meets, Nadia promptly and purposefully spills water. The candyhas acted as a(n) ____.
 
  a. negative reinforce
  b. an activity preference
  c. positive reinforce
  d. secondary reinforcer


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bigsis44

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Reply #1 on: Jun 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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