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Positive reinforcement in classroom learning means:
AAdding an unpleasant stimulus
BRemoving an unpleasant stimulus to decrease a behaviour
CAdding a pleasant stimulus to increase a behaviour
DRemoving a pleasant stimulus
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Adding a pleasant stimulus to increase a behaviour
1. Skinner defined positive reinforcement as adding a stimulus.
2. The aim is to strengthen the desired behaviour.
3. Hence adding a pleasant stimulus to increase behaviour.
_Source: Trueman's UGC NET/SLET General Paper I (Manohar Pub.), 2010 — Reinforcement_