Question

multiple choice question
the process by which a behavior is weakened, decreasing the likelihood that the behavior will be repeated is called ______.

observational learning
reinforcement
reciprocation
punishment

Explanation:

• Observational learning is learning by watching others, not weakening behavior.
• Reinforcement increases the likelihood of a repeated behavior, not decreases it.
• Reciprocation refers to responding to an action with a similar action, unrelated to behavior weakening.
• Punishment is defined as a process that weakens a behavior and reduces its chance of being repeated.

Answer:

punishment