When a consequence reduces the likelihood that the behavior will be repeated-for example, if a shock follows the pressing of the wrong lever-the behavior has been
A) conditioned
B) punished
C) reinforced
D) extinguished

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When a consequence, such as a shock, follows a behavior and reduces the likelihood that this behavior will be repeated, this process is known as punishment. Punishment is intended to decrease the occurrence of an unwanted behavior.

When a Consequence Reduces the Likelihood That the Behavior Will