One of the following strategies, in addition to suppressing the punished behavior, is likely to suppress similar misbehaviors as well. Furthermore, it is likely to be effective even when punishment does not occur immediately. Which strategy best fits this description?
A) Annette is told that she is a "bad girl" because she accidentally broke a window.
B) Beryl is placed in in-school suspension when she is verbally abusive towards her classmates.
C) Carmella is sent to her room whenever she talks back to her mother.
D) Danielle's mother scolds her for hitting others and explains that hitting can cause pain and injury.

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Danielle's mother uses a strategy of explaining the consequences of hitting others rather than just punishing her for the behavior. This strategy is likely to suppress similar misbehaviors because it helps the child understand why the behavior is wrong and the potential negative outcomes. This approach also does not require immediate punishment to be effective, as the child can remember the explanation and apply it in future situations. On the other hand, choices A, B, and C rely mainly on punishment to suppress behavior and may not address the underlying reasons for the misbehavior or prevent similar misbehaviors in the future.

One of the Following Strategies, in Addition to Suppressing the Punished