Which of the following leads to a decrease in the likelihood of a behavior occurring in the future?

Correct answer: B. omission training

  • A. shaping
  • B. omission training
  • C. positive reinforcement
  • D. continuous reinforcement

Explanation

In omission training, the reinforcer is withheld when the target response occurs, so the response gradually becomes less likely. This is why omission training is also called negative punishment or response cost in some contexts.

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