In operant conditioning, positive reinforcement:
A. Increases behavior by adding a pleasant stimulus
B. Reduces behavior
C. Punishes unwanted behavior
D. Removes positive consequences
Answer (1)
Positive reinforcement in operant conditioning involves increasing behavior by introducing a pleasant stimulus. For instance, rewarding a child with praise or treats for good behavior encourages them to repeat that behavior. It is important to differentiate this from punishment or negative reinforcement, which are not aimed at increasing desired behaviors. ;
