Research Indicates That When Appropriate Precautions Are Taken, the Most

question 19

Multiple Choice

Research indicates that when appropriate precautions are taken, the most effective method of reducing inappropriate behavior typically is:

• A) extinction
• B) punishment
• C) reinforcement of incompatible behaviors
• D) an intermittent schedule of reinforcement

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Definitions:

Intelligence Scores

Quantitative measures often obtained through standardized tests that assess various aspects of a person's intellectual ability.

Complex Occupational Activities

Tasks or jobs that require a high level of skill, knowledge, or expertise, often involving problem-solving, decision-making, and creativity.

Intellectual Ability

The capacity to understand complex ideas, adapt to environments, learn from experience, and engage in various forms of reasoning.

Sexual Activity

Refers to behaviors that include genital stimulation and intercourse, often associated with physical pleasure and reproduction.