Define negative reinforcement and explain why it works

What will be an ideal response?


Negative reinforcement is the contingent removal of an aversive stimulus immediately following a response
that increases the future rate or probability of the response. Negative reinforcement is effective because the
student performs the behavior to escape or avoid and thereby terminate the aversive stimulus.

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In order for teams to work effectively, they should have shared goals and ________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Schools can suspend students for no more than 10 days as a result of this Supreme Court Case

a. Tatro b. Rowley c. Cedar Rapids vs Garret d. Brown vs Board of Education e. Honig vs Doe

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Duke broke a classroom rule and is being held by an administrator after the normal school day. This is an example of which of the following?

a. contingency contract b. formal detention c. group consequence system d. informal detention

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Dramatic play enhances development because it often allows the child to act out emotions

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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