When an unpleasant event is added,the contingency of reinforcement is:

A) omission
B) positive reinforcement
C) punishment
D) negative reinforcement

Contingency of Reinforcement

A principle that posits the effectiveness of a reward or punishment is dependent on the specific situation or context.

Punishment

The imposition of a penalty as retribution for an offense or undesirable behavior.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral technique in which the removal of an undesirable outcome or stimulus increases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.