A stimulus presented to a person or animal that weakens the probability of a particular response is known as _____

A) positive punishment
B) negative punishment
C) negative reinforcement
D) vicarious punishment


Answer: A

Psychology

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A. Depression B. Bipolar disorder C. Dementia D. Diarrhea

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