What Is a Defining Characteristic of Punishment

question 27

Multiple Choice

What is a defining characteristic of punishment?

• A) It is physical, such as a spanking.
• B) It decreases the frequency of a behaviour.
• C) It works equally as well as reinforcements.
• D) It is considered the best method of childrearing.

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