Which of the following is an example of punishment by removal?
A) receiving harsh criticism for lying to your parents
B) being "grounded" for breaking curfew
C) getting stung by a bee when walking barefoot outside and stepping on the bee
D) getting pepper-sprayed for making a lewd comment to a stranger

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Punishment by removal involves taking away something desirable or imposing a negative consequence to decrease the likelihood of a behavior happening again. Being "grounded" for breaking curfew involves the removal of freedom and privileges, making it an example of punishment by removal. A, C, and D are not examples of punishment by removal as they involve either verbal reprimands or physical punishment.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Punishment by Removal