Most Psychologists Think That the Use of Punishment Is

question 79

Multiple Choice

Most psychologists think that the use of punishment is

• A) ineffective in even temporarily restraining unwanted behavior.
• B) more effective than negative reinforcers in shaping behavior.
• C) the opposite of positive reinforcers and thus is its psychological equivalent in terms of changing behavior.
• D) less effective than positive reinforcers in promoting desirable behavior.

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