Negative and positive reinforcements are alike in that they

A. are not affected by the schedules of reinforcement.
B. suppress the behavior they follow.
C. involve the removal of an aversive stimulus.
D. strengthen the behavior they follow.
E. involve the presentation of a beneficial stimulus.


Answer: D

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