Which of the following best describes the basic principle behind operant conditioning?
A) The consequences one receives are directly based on his or her behavior.
B) The conditioned stimulus one responds to is called a conditioned response.
C) Continuous reinforcement is the best way to reinforce positive behavior.
D) To decrease undesired behaviors one must use negative punishment.
E) Negative reinforcement and punishment both equally help to rid unwanted behavior.
Answer: A