Answer: Negative reinforcement
Strengthening a response by removing an unpleasant consequence is called negative reinforcement.
Explanation:
Negative reinforcement refers to removing an unpleasant or negative outcome for an individual’s behaviour. It happens when something present is taken away due to an individual’s response or behaviour leading to a favourable result. It also means removal or avoidance of an aversive stimulus due to a response which the increases chances of the response.