The removal of an unpleasant reinforcer to strengthen behavior is known as:

Correct option is C

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• Negative reinforcement involves removing an unpleasant or aversive stimulus to increase the likelihood of a behavior occurring again. It is not the same as punishment, as the goal is to strengthen behavior rather than weaken it.

Information Booster:

• Negative reinforcement was first described by B.F. Skinner as part of operant conditioning.

• It is commonly used in various settings, including education (reducing homework for good performance), parenting (ending a timeout when a child behaves), and daily life (using an umbrella to avoid getting wet).

• Used in Behavioural Analysis, Aversive Therapy, Exposure Therapy 

Additional Knowledge:

1. Punishment positive (Option a): Involves adding an unpleasant stimulus to reduce behavior (e.g., giving extra chores for misbehavior).

2. Positive reinforcement (Option b): Involves adding a pleasant stimulus to increase behavior (e.g., giving a reward for good grades).

3. Punishment negative (Option d): Involves removing a pleasant stimulus to reduce behavior (e.g., taking away privileges for bad behavior).

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