The use of negative reinforcements, or punishments, to weaken a behavior is referred to as aversive control. True False
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Negative reinforcement is the removal of an unpleasant stimulus to increase a behavior, while punishment is the application of an unpleasant stimulus to decrease a behavior. Show more…
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