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Title: A consequence is defined by Skinner as a reinforcer or a punisher depending on w Post by: Jermain_ on Mar 8, 2014 A consequence is defined by Skinner as a reinforcer or a punisher depending on whether it
A) increases or decreases the frequency of the behaviour that it follows. B) is designed to promote desirable behaviour or suppress undesirable behaviour. C) is pleasurable or uncomfortable for the subject receiving the consequence. D) occurs antecedent to or as a consequence of the behaviour. Title: Re: A consequence is defined by Skinner as a reinforcer or a punisher depending on w Post by: mikael on Jun 26, 2014 A) According to Skinner, whether a stimulus is a reinforcer or a punisher depends on whether the stimulus increases or decreases the behaviour that it follows. If the consequence increases the behaviour that it follows, it is a reinforcer. If the consequence decreases or suppresses the behaviour, the consequence is a punishment.
Title: Re: A consequence is defined by Skinner as a reinforcer or a punisher depending on w Post by: Jermain_ on Jul 2, 2014 Thanks
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