Which of the Following Describes a Phenomenon in Which a Behavior

Question

Which of the following describes a phenomenon in which a behavior declines over time?
A) Local enhancement
B) Negative reinforcement
C) Operant conditioning
D) Positive punishment
E) Numerical competency

Accepted Answer

Positive punishment involves adding an unpleasant consequence after an undesired behavior is exhibited, making the behavior less likely to happen in the future. This can lead to a decline in the behavior over time.