A type of learning in which behavior is diminished if followed by a punisher is called

A) delayed conditioning.
B) classical conditioning.
C) secondary conditioning.
D) operant conditioning.

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A type of learning in which behavior is diminished if followed by a punisher is calledA)  delayed conditioning.B)  classical conditioning.C)  secondary conditioning.D)  operant conditioning.

Salma Gutierrez · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  The given definition matches with the concept of operant conditioning, which involves learning based on the consequences of behavior, and behavior is likely to reduce if it is followed by a punisher. Delayed conditioning, classical conditioning, and secondary conditioning do not involve punishment as a consequence.

A type of learning in which behavior is diminished if followed by a punisher is called

A) delayed conditioning.
B) classical conditioning.
C) secondary conditioning.
D) operant conditioning.

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