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Unit 4 – Learning
Topic 4.3
What consequence distinguishes positive from negative punishment in operant conditioning?
Negative punishments are more effective than positive punishments at reducing unwanted behaviors..
Negative punishment introduces discomforting stimuli after undesired behaviours manifest, while positive punishment removes rewarding stimuli post-behaviour manifestation..
Positive punishments are always physical while negative punishments are psychological..
Positive punishment introduces an aversive event post-undesirable behaviour manifestation whereas negative punishment withdraws pleasant events following such behavioural exhibit..
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