Ursula's mother spanks Ursula for hitting her younger brother. According to observational learning principles, the mother is _____.
A. extinguishing a response by applying an unpleasant consequence
B. acting as a model for aggressive behavior
C. using negative reinforcement
D. conditioning the younger brother vicariously
Answer: B. acting as a model for aggressive behavior
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