Skinner argued that all behavior could be explained by the consequences that follow it, and these consequences fall into two main categories: reinforcers and punishers. A reinforcer _______, and a punisher _______.
A. increases the chance of a behavior reoccurring; causes the opposite behavior
B. rewards behavior; reduces the chance of a behavior reoccurring
C. might be criticism or embarrassment; could be food or money
D. typically becomes a punisher; is likely to become a reinforce
Answer: B
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