Which of the following best describes the conditions leading to the maximum effectiveness of punishment?
A)Punishment may be delayed, but must follow the response frequently.
B)Punishment may be delayed, but must be given every time the response occurs.
C)Punishment must be immediate, but may follow a response only occasionally.
D)Punishment must be immediate and must be given every time the response occurs.

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Punishment is most effective when it is both immediate and consistently applied following the undesired behavior. This ensures a clear and direct association between the behavior and its consequences, enhancing learning and behavior modification.

Which of the Following Best Describes the Conditions Leading to the Maximum