Skinner's Theory of Operant Conditioning Shows That

question 4

Multiple Choice

Skinner's theory of operant conditioning shows that:

• A) Punishment will increase a behavior and reinforcement will decrease a behavior
• B) Punishment will decrease a behavior and reinforcement will increase a behavior
• C) Both A & B
• D) None of the above

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