Negative reinforcement is a commonly misunderstood concept. Explain how negative reinforcement works using the A-B-C paradigm of applied behavior analysis, and how negative reinforcement influences future rate of occurrence of the target behavior.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Suggested answer points:,A or antecedent: Must be aversive to the individual.B or behavior: A behavior (often intended to escape or avoid the aversive antecedent).C or consequence: The aversive antecedent is withdrawn.Future rate of the occurrence of the behavior is increased.
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