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Which of the following is an example of negative reinforcement?

A. Receiving a bonus for good performance
B. Being criticized for a mistake
C. Ignoring bad behavior
D. Being demoted for incompetence

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Final answer:

Negative reinforcement is when an undesirable stimulus is removed to increase a behavior. An example is ignoring bad behavior.

Step-by-step explanation:

In operant conditioning, positive and negative have specialized meanings. Positive means adding something, while negative means taking something away. Reinforcement increases a behavior, while punishment decreases a behavior. Negative reinforcement is when an undesirable stimulus is removed to increase a behavior, such as car seatbelt alarms stopping when you buckle up. The correct example of negative reinforcement from the given options is: C. Ignoring bad behavior.

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