In General, Research on the Use of Corporal Punishments, Such

question 267

Multiple Choice

In general, research on the use of corporal punishments, such as spanking, suggests that:

• A) despite the common belief, corporal punishment is the preferred method of behavior modification.
• B) corporal punishment is ineffective in stopping behaviors.
• C) severe instances of corporal punishment should be avoided because of its negative side effects.
• D) corporal punishment works best when it is administered randomly.

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