Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

Question

1. Negative reinforcement is the process of weakening behavior by presenting something negative. 
2. In reinforcement theory, both extinction and punishment reduce the likelihood that a given behavior will be repeated. 
3. A manager should reward only desirable behavior, and should do so as soon as possible after the behavior appears. 
4. A manager should administer punishment in public because the embarrassment amplifies the punishment and therefore its effectiveness. 

Answer 1

1. FALSE
Negative reinforcement is the removal of unpleasant consequences following a desired behavior. Punishment is the process of weakening behavior by presenting something negative or withdrawing something positive.
2. TRUE
Extinction is the withholding or withdrawal of positive rewards for desirable behavior, so that the behavior is less likely to occur in the future. Punishment is the process of weakening behavior by presenting something negative or withdrawing something positive.
3. TRUE
You should give rewards to your employees only when they show desirable behavior and you should give a reward as soon as possible after the desirable behavior appears.
4. FALSE
You should administer punishment in private. You would hate to have your boss chew you out in front of your subordinates, and the people who report to you also shouldn't be reprimanded in public, which would lead only to resentments that may have nothing to do with an employee's infractions.