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genevieve1028

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on: Jun 19, 2018
A consequence that eliminates or reduces the frequency of a behavior by applying an aversive stimulus is referred to as ____.
 
  a. negative reinforcement
  b. positive punishment
  c. negative punishment
  d. positive reinforcement

Question 2

Lucia, who experiences extreme anxiety when taking an exam, practices meditation breathing to reduce her anxiety prior to taking a test. Her meditation breathing is an example of ____.
 
  a. negative punishment
  b. negative reinforcement
  c. positive punishment
  d. positive reinforcement


vseab

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

ANSWER:
b

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER:
b


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