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Negative Reinforcement Versus Punishment

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Which of the following best describes the difference between negative reinforcement and punishment?
A

Only negative reinforcement involves the presence of an aversive stimulus.

B

There is no difference; both involve the removal of undesirable stimuli.

C

Negative reinforcement strengthens a behavior, whereas punishment decreases the frequency of a behavior.

D

Only punishment involves the removal of an aversive stimulus.

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