When administering punishment,it is least effective for the punishment to be ____.
A) salient and severe enough to eliminate the undesirable behavior
B) accompanied by the identification and reinforcement of alternative, acceptable behaviors
C) administered with some explanation for the punishment
D) delayed, allowing the child to reflect on her behavior prior to punishment

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Punishment is most effective when it is immediate. Delaying punishment can reduce its effectiveness because the connection between the behavior and the consequence may not be clear to the individual being punished.

When Administering Punishment,it Is Least Effective for the Punishment to Be