Asked by Mikayla Pearson on Jul 29, 2024

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Which of the following statements is true regarding punishment?

A) The effect of punishment is often temporary.
B) Severe punishment creates fear and anger.
C) Punishment is the opposite of reinforcement.
D) All of these statements are true.

Temporary Effect

A short-term result or consequence that fades over time without long-lasting implications.

Severe Punishment

A form of harsh discipline intended to correct or deter undesirable behaviors.

Fear

A distressing emotion aroused by impending danger, evil, or pain, whether the threat is real or imagined.

  • Master the understanding of the implications and implementations of punishment, and separate it from negative reinforcement.
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Muhammad AdnanJul 30, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
- A is true because the effect of punishment tends to decrease over time as the behavior is no longer reinforced by the punishment.
- B is true because severe punishment can create negative emotions such as fear, anger, or resentment, which may cause the punished behavior to persist or escalate.
- C is true because punishment involves decreasing the likelihood of a behavior, whereas reinforcement involves increasing the likelihood of a behavior. Therefore, they are opposite processes.