Punishment __________ a behavior by bringing on a(n)__________event.
A) increases; aversive or unpleasant
B) suppresses; aversive or unpleasant
C) suppresses; positive or pleasant
D) increases; negative or unpleasant

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Punishment suppresses a behavior by bringing on an aversive or unpleasant event, which is the opposite of reinforcement. The use of punishment may temporarily stop the unwanted behavior, but it's not always effective and can have negative consequences such as aggression or fear.

Punishment __________ a Behavior by Bringing on A(n)__________event

Punishment a Behavior by Bringing on A(n)event