Regarding the use of punishment with children,which of the following statements is FALSE?
A) If punishment is used at all, it should always be mild.
B) Punishment works best when it produces actions incompatible with the response.
C) Response cost is usually best for older children and adults.
D) Punishment is effective in teaching new behaviors and in indicating what the "right" response is.

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Punishment is typically not effective in teaching new behaviors, as it only indicates what the "wrong" response is. Positive reinforcement is generally more effective in teaching new behaviors.

Regarding the Use of Punishment with Children,which of the Following