Any stimulus or event that decreases the probability of the behavior that led to it is termed a(n):
A)conditioned stimulus.
B)unconditioned stimulus.
C)punisher.
D)reinforcer.

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A punisher is any stimulus or event that decreases the probability of the behavior that led to it. A conditioned stimulus and unconditioned stimulus are typically associated with classical conditioning, while a reinforcer is any stimulus or event that increases the probability of a behavior. Therefore, the best choice is C - punisher.

Any Stimulus or Event That Decreases the Probability of the Behavior