In positive punishment, the probability of a response ________ over time when a stimulus is ________.
A) decreases; presented or removed
B) increases; presented or removed
C) decreases; presented
D) increases; removed

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Positive punishment involves presenting a stimulus, such as a loud noise or electric shock, to decrease the probability of a behavior. Therefore, the probability of a response decreases over time when a stimulus is presented in positive punishment. Removed stimuli are used in negative punishment, which involves removing a desired stimulus to decrease the probability of a behavior.

In Positive Punishment, the Probability of a Response ________ Over