Based on research presented in the text, which of the following is the best recommendation for disciplining children?

a. Rely mostly on reinforcement.
b. Avoid reinforcement; rely mostly on punishment to achieve faster effects. c. Use only punishment.
d. Use only reinforcement.
e. Try to balance the use of reinforcement and punishment.


a

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