Joan Begs Her Father for a Frosted Cookie at the Bakery

question 125

Multiple Choice

Joan begs her father for a frosted cookie at the bakery, but he refuses to buy her one. Joan continues to whine and complain until finally he breaks down and gets her the cookie. For her dad, the cessation of Joan's whiny behaviour is a ________.

• A) positive reinforcer
• B) negative reinforcer
• C) negative punisher
• D) positive punisher

---

Definitions:

Fear of Crime

The concern or anxiety individuals feel about the possibility of becoming a victim of crime.

Restorative Justice Policy

An approach to justice that focuses on repairing the harm caused by criminal behavior through cooperative processes involving all stakeholders.

Lethal Force

The use of actions or weapons that are likely to cause death or significant bodily harm.

Press Reports

Media publications that provide information and analysis on current events and news topics.