The longer the negative reinforcement is delayed after an escape response,______.
A)the faster the acquisition of the escape behavior
B)the higher the final level of escape performance
C)the slower the escape behavior
D)the greater the punishment needs to be effective

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Delayed negative reinforcement weakens the association between the escape response and the removal of the aversive stimulus, leading to slower acquisition of the escape behavior.

The Longer the Negative Reinforcement Is Delayed After an Escape