A condition in which people refrain from engaging in a desirable activity, even though only mild punishment is threatened, is called

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Insufficient deterrence occurs when the punishment or consequences for not engaging in a desirable activity are too mild, leading individuals to avoid the activity despite the minimal threat. This is because the mild punishment does not provide enough justification for them to engage in the behavior, leading to avoidance.

A Condition in Which People Refrain from Engaging in a Desirable