Question

To stop his uncle’s constant requests, Jimmy takes out the garbage. This makes him more likely to take out the garbage in the future. Jimmy’s behavior is being controlled by which of the following types of reinforcement?intermittent positive negative vicarious delayed

Answer 1

Answer:

Jimmy’s behavior is being controlled by negative reinforcement.

Explanation:

Jimmy does not expect a reward after taking out the garbage. All he wants is to stop his uncle from nagging. This characterizes negative reinforcement, which is the type of reinforcement that happens when a behavior is strengthened by the desire to avoid or stop a negative outcome or aversive stimulus. Jimmy will be more likely to take out the garbage in the future (behavior) to avoid his uncle's constant requests (aversive stimulus).