Which of the following is an example of negative punishment?
A) time-out from positive reinforcement
B) time-out from negative reinforcement
C) response cost
D) A and C

Question

Which of the following is an example of negative punishment?​
A) ​time-out from positive reinforcement
B) ​time-out from negative reinforcement
C) ​response cost
D) ​A and C

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Time-out from positive reinforcement is an example of negative punishment as it involves removing (negative) a positive reinforcer (punishment) to reduce the likelihood of a behavior occurring. Response cost is another example of negative punishment as it involves removing (negative) a specific amount of a reinforcer as punishment for a behavior. Therefore, options A and C are correct, making option D the best choice. Option B is incorrect as time-out from negative reinforcement would be an example of positive punishment.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Negative Punishment?​

Which of the Following Is an Example of Negative Punishment?