The school is concerned about Jim, a first grader with ADHD, because he requires constant supervision to keep him from disrupting classroom activities. A behavior modification program is instituted to help Jim behave more appropriately.In one aspect of the program, when Jim finishes his seatwork, he receives a token which can be turned in later for a reward from his parents. This is called
a. negative reinforcement
b. positive reinforcement
c. primary reinforcement
d. stimulus control
Answer: b. positive reinforcement
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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