Which of the Following Best Supports the Idea That Obsessive-Compulsive

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best supports the idea that obsessive-compulsive disorder is related to operant conditioning?

• A)Tom's brother never locks doors, so he checks the locks compulsively to be as different as possible from his brother.
• B)Tom sees his mother compulsively check the door locks, so he also engages in the same behavior.
• C)Tom experiences relief whenever he checks the locks, so he checks the locks whenever he is anxious.
• D)Tom believes that checking the lock compulsively will keep his family safe.

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