types of reinforcement

Question 1

Define positive reinforcement

Answer 1

A pleasant stimulus after a correct response for example praise

Question 2

Define negative reinforcement

Answer 2

An unpleasant stimulus is removed after a correct response for example a coach stops shouting after a defender marks the attacker

Question 3

Define punishment

Answer 3

An unpleasant stimulus is implemented to prevent incorrect actions recurring for example a red card

Question 4

Define a satisfier

Answer 4

An action that promotes a pleasant feeling so the responses to a stimulus are repeated

Question 5

Define an annoyer

Answer 5

An action that creates unease to promote avoidance of incorrect responses