AP Psychologyeasymcq1 pt
A spanking meant to stop a behavior is
A.positive punishment
B.negative punishment
C.negative reinforcement
D.shaping
Explanation
Core Concept
An aversive stimulus is ADDED to decrease behavior — the textbook positive punishment, with well-documented drawbacks.
Correct Answer
Apositive punishment
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