Regarding the effects of negative reinforcement and punishment on responding, which of the following statements is TRUE?

a. Both negative reinforcement and punishment decrease responding.
b. Negative reinforcement increases responding, while punishment decreases responding.
c. Negative reinforcement decreases responding, while punishment increases responding.
d. Both negative reinforcement and punishment increase responding.


ANSWER: b

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