Which Statement Accurately Describes How the Processes of Punishment and Reinforcement

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which statement accurately describes how the processes of punishment and reinforcement differ?

• A) There is positive and negative reinforcement, but only negative punishment.
• B) Punishment decreases behavior and reinforcement increases a response.
• C) Punishment teaches what behaviors to avoid as well as alternative responses.
• D) Reinforcers, but not punishments, must be specific and immediate to be effective.

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