Operant techniques

Question 1

Positive reinforcement

Answer 1

Increases probability that behavior will occur

• rewarding positive behavior
• praising

Question 2

Negative reinforcement

Answer 2

Behavior increases because a negative stimulus is removed (removing shock)

Question 3

Positive punishment

Answer 3

Presentation of undesirable stimulus following a behavior–>decrease or eliminate behavior
- hitting, shocking

Question 4

Negative punishment

Answer 4

Removal of desirable stimulus following behavior–>meant to decrease or eliminate behavior
- removing something positive