Question

A consequence that eliminates or reduces the frequency of a behavior by applying an aversive stimulus is referred to as ____.

a. negative reinforcement
b. negative punishment
c. positive punishment
d. positive reinforcement

Answer 1

The answer is, c. positive punishment

Answer 2

Answer:

C. Positive punishment

Explanation:

Positive punishment is the part of punishment, which also focuses on decreasing the rate of any specific undesired behavior from an individual. The concept works by presenting a certain negative consequence to the individual once an undesired behavior has been exhibited.