Punishment can be defined as any outcome

A) presented after a specific behavior that increases the likelihood of the behavior reoccurring.
B) presented after a specific behavior that decreases the likelihood of the behavior reoccurring.
C) presented before a specific behavior that increases the likelihood of the behavior reoccurring.
D) presented before a specific behavior that decreases the likelihood of the behavior reoccurring.

Answer: B

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