Peggy's use of foul language decreased because it was followed by the loss of her $5 weekly allowance.Taking away Peggy's allowance served as ________ for her foul language.
A) negative reinforcement
B) positive punishment
C) secondary reinforcement
D) negative punishment

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Taking away Peggy's allowance is an example of negative punishment because it involves removing something desirable (her $5 weekly allowance) in response to her behavior (using foul language) to decrease the likelihood of that behavior occurring again.

Peggy's Use of Foul Language Decreased Because It Was Followed