Because Saleem was spanked on several occasions for biting electric cords,he no longer does so.Saleem's behavior change best illustrates the value of

A) negative reinforcement.
B) classical conditioning.
C) conditioned reinforcers.
D) operant conditioning.

Operant Conditioning

A learning process in which the strength of a behavior is modified by the behavior's consequences, such as rewards or punishments.

Spanked

The act of striking someone, usually a child, on the buttocks as a form of punishment.

Behavior Change

The modification or transformation of human behavior, typically in a positive or desired direction.