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Unit 4 – Learning
Topic 4.3
What consequence distinguishes positive from negative punishment in operant conditioning?
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..
Negative punishments are more effective than positive punishments at reducing unwanted behaviors..
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