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Positive Reinforcement

Positive reinforcement occurs when a behavior is followed by the addition of a stimulus (a reinforcer) that increases the likelihood that the behavior will happen again in the future. In positive reinforcement, something desirable is added to strengthen the behavior.

Example

A student completes their homework, and the teacher gives them praise or a reward (such as a sticker or extra playtime). The addition of praise or the reward encourages the student to complete their homework again in the future.

Another example: A child cleans their room, and the parent gives them extra time to play video games. The extra playtime serves as a positive reinforcer, increasing the probability that the child will clean their room again.

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