You are babysitting a toddler who wants a cookie before bed. You say "no" so the toddler begins to throw a tantrum. To get the toddler to stop throwing a tantrum you give in and give her a cookie
The toddler has (inadvertently) used ______ to shape your behavior.
a. positive reinforcement
b. negative reinforcement
c. punishment
d. observational learning
Answer: B
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