________ is an observable behavior that an organism uses to have an effect on the surrounding environment.
A) punisher
B) reinforcer
C) operant
D) discriminative stimulus
E) reflex

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The definition provided specifically describes an operant behavior, which is a behavior that an organism uses to have an effect on the surrounding environment in order to obtain reinforcement or avoid punishment. The other options are not accurate descriptions of this type of behavior. A punisher is a consequence that decreases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated, a reinforcer is a consequence that increases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated, a discriminative stimulus is a cue that signals the availability of reinforcement or punishment, and a reflex is an involuntary and automatic response to a stimulus.

________ Is an Observable Behavior That an Organism Uses to Have