Which of the following types of consequences is CORRECTLY matched with an example
A)positive reinforcement - Harvey can't go to the senior class party
B)negative reinforcement - Ella's parents confiscate her car keys for breaking curfew
C)positive punishment - When Laurel takes $20 from her mom's purse, her mother yells at her
D)negative punishment - Maddie receives a bonus for outstanding work performance

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Positive punishment involves adding an unpleasant consequence after an undesirable behavior to decrease the likelihood of that behavior happening again. In the example given, Laurel's mother yelling at her for taking money is an added unpleasant consequence intended to reduce the likelihood of Laurel repeating the behavior.

Which of the Following Types of Consequences Is CORRECTLY Matched