A reinforcer is a consequence that ________ a behavior, while a punisher is a consequence that ________ a behavior.
A) motivates; stimulates
B) weakens; strengthens
C) inhibits; motivates
D) strengthens; weakens

Question

A reinforcer is a consequence that ________ a behavior, while a punisher is a consequence that ________ a behavior.
A) motivates; stimulates
B) weakens; strengthens 
C) inhibits; motivates
D) strengthens; weakens

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A reinforcer is a consequence that strengthens a behavior by increasing the likelihood of it being repeated in the future. On the other hand, a punisher weakens a behavior by decreasing the likelihood of it being repeated in the future. Therefore, the best choice is D - strengthens for reinforcer and weakens for punisher.

A Reinforcer Is a Consequence That ________ a Behavior, While