In instrumental conditioning, reinforcement is __________ the response.

A) contingent on
B) contiguous with
C) shaped by
D) stamped in by

Instrumental Conditioning

Also known as operant conditioning, a learning process in which behavior is strengthened or weakened by its consequences, rewards, or punishments.

Reinforcement

In behavioral psychology, it is any stimulus which strengthens or increases the probability of a specific response.

Response

The reaction or reply to a stimulus or situation in the environment, often studied in psychology to understand behavior.