Punishment involves a ______ consequence that leads to a/n ______ in the frequency of a behavior.
A) negative;increase
B) negative;decrease
C) positive;increase
D) positive;decrease

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Punishment involves a negative consequence (such as reprimands, time-outs, or removal of privileges) that will decrease the frequency of a behavior. Positive consequences, on the other hand, are used in reinforcement which aims to increase the frequency of behavior.

Punishment Involves a ______ Consequence That Leads to A/n ______

Punishment Involves a Consequence That Leads to A/n