According to Skinner, punishment is widely used in efforts to modify behavior because it:

a. is the most effective method available
b. is reinforcing to the punisher
c. weakens undesirable behavior just as reinforcement strengthens desirable behavior
d. has the advantage of increasing stress tolerance in those who are punished


b. is reinforcing to the punisher

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