Question

Erica tries to avoid her boss when he's in a bad mood. To keep out of his way, she spends more time doing dreaded but important paperwork, which she usually puts off as long as she can. Her employer's bad moods have the effect of __________ her attention to the dreaded paperwork
A)negatively reinforcing
B)positively reinforcing
C)positively punishing
D)negatively punishing

I think its D but I need a second opinion.

Answer 1

The employer is not punishing her for doing necessary paperwork.

Answer 2

I think I get it.Is it A?

Answer 3

I agree.