If a parent follows misbehavior with an unpleasant consequence, such as scolding or spanking, the parent is using
A)negative punishment.
B)positive punishment.
C)response cost.

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Positive punishment involves adding an unpleasant consequence after an undesired behavior to decrease the likelihood of that behavior occurring in the future. Scolding or spanking are examples of adding something unpleasant, thus fitting the definition of positive punishment.

If a Parent Follows Misbehavior with an Unpleasant Consequence, Such