The authors of your text discuss many myths surrounding what B.F.Skinner believed.Which statement about Skinner is fictitious?
A)Skinner believed that humans and other animals think and experience emotions.
B)Skinner acknowledged that genes influence learning habits.
C)Skinner favoured punishment as a behavioural technique.
D)Skinner wanted reinforcement principles to better society.

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Skinner did not favour punishment as a behavioural technique. He believed that positive reinforcement was a more effective way to encourage desirable behaviours than punishment.

The Authors of Your Text Discuss Many Myths Surrounding What