Punishment Is Most Effective When It Is Given

question 38

Multiple Choice

Punishment is most effective when it is given

• A) immediately following the behaviour.
• B) after a long delay following the behaviour.
• C) on a variable schedule.
• D) after a short delay following the behaviour.

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