Question

glenda is a gymnast. she performs a perfect triple backflip off the high bars. after landing successfully, erupts in applause. which type of operant conditioning is occurring in the scenario? a. positive reinforcement b. negative reinforcement c. positive punishment d. negative punishment please select the best answer from the choices provided

Explanation:

Positive reinforcement involves adding a pleasant stimulus (applause) to increase the likelihood of a behavior (performing the triple backflip) recurring. Negative reinforcement removes an aversive stimulus. Positive punishment adds an aversive stimulus. Negative punishment removes a pleasant stimulus. Here, applause (pleasant) is added.

Answer:

A. positive reinforcement