Regarding the use of punishment with children, which of the following statements is FALSE?

a. If punishment is used at all, it should always be mild.
b. Punishment works best when it produces actions incompatible with the response.
c. Response cost or scolding usually work best for older children and adults.
d. Punishment is effective in teaching new behaviors and in indicating what the "right" response is.


D

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