Asked by Gabriel Barrowman on May 20, 2024
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According to Rath and Clifton, the recommended ratio of positive to negative reinforcement should not exceed 13 to 1.
Positive Reinforcement
A method of encouraging desired behaviors by rewarding them, thereby increasing the likelihood that these behaviors will be repeated in the future.
Negative Reinforcement
A behavioral concept where the removal of an unfavorable event or outcome strengthens the likelihood of a desired behavior occurring in the future.
- Contrast the types of reinforcement and analyze their effects on behavioral responses.
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Learning Objectives
- Contrast the types of reinforcement and analyze their effects on behavioral responses.
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