According to the results of behavioral studies, such as those conducted by B. F. Skinner, application of punishment to undesired behavior typically results in which of the following?
A.
increase in the occurrence of the undesired behavior
B.
No effect on the occurrence of the undesired behavior
Punishment may temporarily suppress undesired behavior but does not address the root cause or provide alternative positive behaviors.
Once punishment ceases, the behavior often resurfaces.
Analysis of Options:
A. Increase in behavior:This contradicts findings; punishment reduces behavior temporarily.
B. No effect:Punishment does affect behavior but typically in the short term.
D. Permanent suppression:Rarely achieved without reinforcement of alternative behaviors.
Conclusion:Punishment results in temporary suppression of undesired behavior.
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