Determining whether an action constitutes reinforcement or punishment requires understanding of the
A) intrinsic quality of the consequence.
B) specific social and cultural norms associated with the action.
C) action's effect on behavior.
D) external stimulus driving the action.

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Reinforcement and punishment are defined by their effects on behavior; reinforcement increases the likelihood of a behavior occurring again, while punishment decreases it. The intrinsic quality, social norms, or external stimuli are not direct determinants of whether an action is considered reinforcement or punishment.

Determining Whether an Action Constitutes Reinforcement or Punishment Requires Understanding