Teachers and Other Practitioners Must Be Very Careful in Their

question 15

Multiple Choice

Teachers and other practitioners must be very careful in their use of punishment as a means of changing behavior. Three of the following are potential disadvantages in using punishment. Which statement about punishment is false?

• A) Punished behaviors typically decrease slowly, if at all.
• B) Punishment can in some instances lead to increased aggression.
• C) Harsh psychological punishment can adversely affect emotional well-being.
• D) Punishment in the classroom can make students fearful of school and/or their teacher.

---

Definitions:

Tangible Costs

Costs associated with an investment that can be measured directly in monetary terms, like materials, labor, and expenses.