Asked by Marylyn Ramirez on Jul 09, 2024

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_____ is the presentation of an aversive event or the removal of a positive event that results in the decreased frequency of a particular behavior.

A) Positive reinforcement
B) Negative reinforcement
C) Punishment
D) Modeling

Punishment

A consequence meant to reduce the frequency of an undesirable behavior, often used in disciplinary contexts.

  • Pinpoint and use assorted reinforcement tactics to amend behavior.
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Suraksha TripathiJul 15, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Punishment involves either presenting an aversive stimulus or removing a positive stimulus following a behavior, with the effect of decreasing the frequency of that behavior.