At the end of Courtney's study session, her mother tells her how proud she is of the effort she puts into her classes. How might this comment by Courtney's mother increase the likelihood that Courtney will study tomorrow night?

A) ?The comment is a negative reinforcer which increases the likelihood of the behavior of studying.
B) ?The comment is a positive reinforcer which increases the likelihood of the behavior of studying.
C) ?The comment is an immediate reinforcer, whereas the delayed reinforcer of good grades may be insufficient to increase the probability of studying.
D) ?Both b and c are correct.


D

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