A punisher is any outcome presented ___________ a behavior that ___________ the likelihood of the behavior reoccurring.
A) before; decreases
B) before; increases
C) after; decreases
D) after; increases

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A punisher is presented after a behavior to decrease the likelihood of it occurring again in the future. Therefore, the correct option is C - after; decreases. Options A and B are incorrect because the punisher is presented after the behavior, not before. Option D is incorrect because a punisher does not increase the likelihood of the behavior reoccurring; it decreases it.

A Punisher Is Any Outcome Presented ___________ a Behavior That