Which of the following statements is not correct?
A) Punishment does not teach appropriate behaviors.
B) To be effective, punishment must be delivered immediately and consistently.
C) Punishment can have negative side effects, such as creating negative associations through classical conditioning.
D) In most cases, punishment is the most effective way to reduce an unwanted behavior.

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In reality, punishment is not always the most effective way to reduce an unwanted behavior. Positive reinforcement, such as rewarding desired behaviors, is often more effective and has fewer negative side effects.

Which of the Following Statements Is Not Correct