Author Question: Determining whether an action constitutes reinforcement or punishment requires understanding ____. ... (Read 88 times)

krzymel · **on:** Jun 19, 2018

Determining whether an action constitutes reinforcement or punishment requires understanding ____.

a. the intrinsic quality of the consequence
b. specific social and cultural norms associated with the action
c. the actions effect on behavior
d. the external stimulus driving the action

Question 2

After a stressful day of work, Randi often makes small burn marks on her inner arm with a cigarette; which she feels helps to relieve her stress and anxiety. This type of behavior is an example of ____.

a. positive punishment
b. negative reinforcement
c. positive reinforcement
d. negative punishment