Terminating Reinforcement for a Behavior So That the Behavior Decreases

question 45

Multiple Choice

Terminating reinforcement for a behavior so that the behavior decreases is referred to as:​

• A) ​antecedent control
• B) ​punishment
• C) ​negative reinforcement
• D) ​extinction

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