Which of the following is NOT an optimal way to administer punishment?
A) Provide multiple alternatives to the punishment-inducing behavior.
B) Be clear and specific about what behavior you are punishing.
C) Administer a punishment after the individual has had time to reflect on his or her behavior.
D) Condition a secondary punishing stimulus.

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Administering punishment after the individual has had time to reflect on their behavior may be counterproductive as the individual may not be able to link their behavior to the punishment. It is important to administer punishment immediately after the undesired behavior has occurred. Choices A, B, and D are all optimal ways to administer punishment as they provide alternatives, are clear and specific about the behavior being punished, and condition a secondary punishing stimulus, respectively.

Which of the Following Is NOT an Optimal Way to Administer